Nanhera - Patran, Patiala
Nanhera is a village situated in the Patran tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patran and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Nanhera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanhera is 036289. The village covers a total geographical area of 767 hectares and falls under the 147102 pincode. Ghagga is the nearest town.
Nanhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shutrana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nanhera
As per Census 2011, Nanhera village has a total population of 2,327 people, consisting of 1,211 males and 1,116 females. The village has 461 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,260 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 500 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nanhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,327 | 1,211 | 1,116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 148 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 500 | 255 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 730 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 481 | 586 |
Nearby Villages of Nanhera
Nanhera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Harigarh Alias Butta Singh Wala | South-West | 1.54 km |
| Nirmal Kot | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Ugoke | South | 2.78 km |
| Harchandpura | East | 3.26 km |
| Gurdialpura | North-East | 3.93 km |
| Dedhana | West | 4.13 km |
| Kalbanno | South-West | 4.43 km |
| Dawarkapur | South-East | 4.63 km |
| Mardan Heri | North-East | 5.10 km |
| Kakrala | North-West | 5.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nanhera
Nanhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chajli, while the nearest airport is Patiala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Nanhera is about 47 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 Nanhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanhera 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nanhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nanhera
Where is Nanhera located?
Nanhera village is located in Patran Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanhera?
Nanhera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nanhera?
The pincode of Nanhera is 147102.
What is the population of Nanhera?
Nanhera has a total population of 2,327, including 1,211 males and 1,116 females.
How many households are there in Nanhera?
There are 461 households in Nanhera.
What is the literacy rate in Nanhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanhera is 54.15%. Male literacy is 60.28% and female literacy is 47.49%.