Nahra - Batala, Gurdaspur
Nahra is a village situated in the Batala tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Batala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Machrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahra is 028547. The village covers a total geographical area of 102 hectares and falls under the 143506 pincode. Sri Hargobindpur is the nearest town.
Nahra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri hargobindpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahra
As per Census 2011, Nahra village has a total population of 131 people, consisting of 69 males and 62 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 29 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nahra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 13 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Nahra
Nahra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nahra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nahra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Nahra is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nahra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nahra
Where is Nahra located?
Nahra village is located in Batala Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahra is Machrai.
What is the pincode of Nahra?
The pincode of Nahra is 143506.
What is the population of Nahra?
Nahra has a total population of 131, including 69 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Nahra?
There are 22 households in Nahra.
What is the literacy rate in Nahra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahra is 77.86%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 74.19%.