Nainwan
Nainwan is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Nainwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nainwan unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Nainwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nainwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nainwan is 032023. The village spans a total geographical area of 588 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144523. Garhshankar is nearest town to Nainwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nainwan
Population of Nainwan
According to the 2011 Census, Nainwan has a total population of about 1,853, with approximately 925 males and 928 females. The sex ratio is around 1003 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 638 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.32%, with male literacy at about 77.41% and female literacy near 67.24%. There are around 387 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nainwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,853 | 925 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 112 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 638 | 326 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,340 | 716 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 209 | 304 |
Connectivity of Nainwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nainwan. As per the 2011 stats, Nainwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nainwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nainwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nainwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nainwan
- Where is Nainwan located?
- Nainwan village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nainwan?
- Nainwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nainwan?
- The pincode of Nainwan is 144523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nainwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nainwan is 1,853, with 925 males and 928 females.
- How many households are there in Nainwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nainwan village has a total of 387 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nainwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nainwan is 72.32%. The male literacy rate is 77.41%, while the female literacy rate is 67.24%.