Paschim Nalchar - Sonamura, Sepahijala
Paschim Nalchar is a village situated in the Sonamura subdivision of Sepahijala district, Tripura. It is located approximately 12 km from Melaghar and around 47 km from Agartala. Kemtali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paschim Nalchar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paschim Nalchar is 272104. The village covers a total geographical area of 833 hectares and falls under the 799115 pincode. Sonamura is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Paschim Nalchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalchar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tripura West Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paschim Nalchar
As per Census 2011, Paschim Nalchar village has a total population of 7,887 people, consisting of 4,122 males and 3,765 females. The village has 1,825 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 873 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,332 literate and 1,555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,305 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paschim Nalchar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,887 | 4,122 | 3,765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 873 | 473 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,305 | 2,764 | 2,541 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 6,332 | 3,428 | 2,904 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,555 | 694 | 861 |
Nearby Villages of Paschim Nalchar
Paschim Nalchar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rudijala | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Paschim Jumerdhepa | North | 2.93 km |
| Purba Nalchar | East | 3.46 km |
| Melaghar | South | 4.92 km |
| Purba Jumerdhepa | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Bardowal | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Padmanagar | North | 6.06 km |
| Taksapara | West | 6.81 km |
| Khedabari | West | 7.06 km |
| Jharjharia | South | 7.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Paschim Nalchar
Paschim Nalchar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Agartala, while the nearest airport is Agartala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonamura to Paschim Nalchar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Agartala to Paschim Nalchar 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 Paschim Nalchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paschim Nalchar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Paschim Nalchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paschim Nalchar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Paschim Nalchar
Where is Paschim Nalchar located?
Paschim Nalchar village is located in Sonamura Subdivision, Sepahijala district, Tripura, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Nalchar?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Nalchar is Kemtali.
What is the pincode of Paschim Nalchar?
The pincode of Paschim Nalchar is 799115.
What is the population of Paschim Nalchar?
Paschim Nalchar has a total population of 7,887, including 4,122 males and 3,765 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Nalchar?
There are 1,825 households in Paschim Nalchar.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Nalchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paschim Nalchar is 80.28%. Male literacy is 83.16% and female literacy is 77.13%.