Nasran - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Nasran is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Nassran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nasran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nasran is 031833. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 146021 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Nasran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nasran
According to the 2011 Census, Nasran village had a total population of 671 people, including 350 males and 321 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.78%, with male literacy at 84.18% and female literacy at 81.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 350 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 53 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 125 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 250 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 100 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Nasran
Nasran 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 Nasran
Public transport in the Nasran is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nasran.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Nasran is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nasran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nasran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nasran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nasran 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nasran
Where is Nasran located?
Nasran village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nasran?
The Gram Panchayat of Nasran is Nassran.
What is the pincode of Nasran?
The pincode of Nasran is 146021.
What is the population of Nasran?
Nasran had a total population of 671, including 350 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Nasran?
Nasran had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nasran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nasran was 82.78%. Male literacy was 84.18% and female literacy was 81.40%.