Nevada - Harraiya, Basti
Nevada is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Paraspura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nevada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nevada is 180306. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.17 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Kaptanganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nevada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nevada
According to the 2011 Census, Nevada village had a total population of 263 people, including 134 males and 129 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 70.80%.
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 | 263 | 134 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 96 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Nevada
Nevada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasipur Urf Bhagwanpur | South-East | 0.55 km |
| Kauri Kel Bujurg | North | 0.61 km |
| Pikaura Bari | North-East | 0.68 km |
| Bhalawasi | West | 0.83 km |
| Akelwa | South | 0.87 km |
| Narwatiya Pandey | South-West | 1.02 km |
| Nagwa | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Majgawa | East | 1.24 km |
| Rajajot Khurd | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Lahilawara | North | 1.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nevada
Nevada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tinich, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.3 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kaptanganj to Nevada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Nevada is about 18 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 Nevada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nevada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nevada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nevada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nevada
Where is Nevada located?
Nevada village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nevada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nevada is Paraspura.
What is the pincode of Nevada?
The pincode of Nevada is 272131.
What is the population of Nevada?
Nevada had a total population of 263, including 134 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Nevada?
Nevada had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nevada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nevada was 78.22%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 70.80%.