Nakahara - Colonelganj, Gonda
Nakahara is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Nakahara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakahara is 175011. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.26 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Karnailganj is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nakahara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakahara
According to the 2011 Census, Nakahara village had a total population of 2,094 people, including 1,054 males and 1,040 females, living in 360 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.43%, with male literacy at 63.81% and female literacy at 36.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 2,094 | 1,054 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 464 | 225 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 108 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 529 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,272 | 525 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Nakahara
Nakahara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandra Hariya | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Ramawapur | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Nainawa Jagannathpur | West | 0.95 km |
| Nakar | North-East | 1.08 km |
| Viviyapur Gonsai | North | 1.10 km |
| Dullapur | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Vedpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Dinkariya | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Gumdaha | East | 1.87 km |
| Mahuwar | North | 2.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nakahara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Nakahara. The nearest railway station is Sarju, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 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 Karnailganj to Nakahara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Nakahara is about 46 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 Nakahara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakahara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakahara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakahara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nakahara
Where is Nakahara located?
Nakahara village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakahara?
Nakahara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakahara?
The pincode of Nakahara is 271503.
What is the population of Nakahara?
Nakahara had a total population of 2,094, including 1,054 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Nakahara?
Nakahara had 360 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nakahara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakahara was 50.43%. Male literacy was 63.81% and female literacy was 36.58%.