Nakthar - Bhanpur, Basti
Nakthar is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Nakdhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakthar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakthar is 178554. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.48 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Nakthar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakthar
As per Census 2011, Nakthar village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 627 males and 577 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 664 literate and 540 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakthar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 627 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 108 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 376 | 197 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 664 | 409 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 218 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Nakthar
Nakthar 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 Nakthar
Nakthar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Basti to Nakthar is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakthar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakthar 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 Nakthar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakthar 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 Nakthar
Where is Nakthar located?
Nakthar village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakthar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakthar is Nakdhar.
What is the pincode of Nakthar?
The pincode of Nakthar is 272194.
What is the population of Nakthar?
Nakthar has a total population of 1,204, including 627 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Nakthar?
There are 170 households in Nakthar.
What is the literacy rate in Nakthar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakthar is 55.15%. Male literacy is 65.23% and female literacy is 44.19%.