Nard - Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar
Nard is a village situated in the Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anandpur Sahib and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Narad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nard village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nard is 038519. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 140115 pincode. Anandpur Sahib is the nearest town.
Nard village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the S.a.s.nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nard
As per Census 2011, Nard village has a total population of 371 people, consisting of 188 males and 183 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 262 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nard are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 371 | 188 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 154 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 34 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Nard
Nard 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghanaur | East | 1.25 km |
| Massewal | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Chikna | West | 1.39 km |
| Majher | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Baruwala | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Balauli | West | 3.50 km |
| Daulowal | West | 4.13 km |
| Paharpur | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Bhagwala | South-West | 4.79 km |
| Jeowal | South-West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nard
Nard is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kiratpur Sahib, while the nearest airport is Shimla Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rupnagar to Nard is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nard
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nard 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nard
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nard village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nard
Where is Nard located?
Nard village is located in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nard?
The Gram Panchayat of Nard is Narad.
What is the pincode of Nard?
The pincode of Nard is 140115.
What is the population of Nard?
Nard has a total population of 371, including 188 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Nard?
There are 69 households in Nard.
What is the literacy rate in Nard?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nard is 70.62%. Male literacy is 81.91% and female literacy is 59.02%.