Nauranga Bad - Nighasan, Kheri
Nauranga Bad is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Nauranga Bad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nauranga Bad is 134993. The village covers a total geographical area of 1789.12 hectares and falls under the 262905 pincode. Sigahi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nauranga Bad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nauranga Bad
As per Census 2011, Nauranga Bad village has a total population of 6,458 people, consisting of 3,377 males and 3,081 females. The village has 1,247 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,793 literate and 3,665 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,673 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nauranga Bad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,458 | 3,377 | 3,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,177 | 597 | 580 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,673 | 883 | 790 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,793 | 1,719 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,665 | 1,658 | 2,007 |
Nearby Villages of Nauranga Bad
Nauranga Bad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singahi Kalan | West | 2.97 km |
| Mohammad Pur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Naubana | South | 3.35 km |
| Bangalha Takiya | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Singha Kalan | North | 4.19 km |
| Bathuwa | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Dhakerwakhalsa | South | 4.99 km |
| Bhadaura | North-West | 5.67 km |
| Darehti | North | 5.70 km |
| Sedhauna | North-East | 5.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nauranga Bad
Nauranga Bad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Belrayan, while the nearest airport is Pithorgarh Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sigahi to Nauranga Bad is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Nauranga Bad is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nauranga Bad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nauranga Bad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nauranga Bad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nauranga Bad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nauranga Bad
Where is Nauranga Bad located?
Nauranga Bad village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nauranga Bad?
Nauranga Bad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nauranga Bad?
The pincode of Nauranga Bad is 262905.
What is the population of Nauranga Bad?
Nauranga Bad has a total population of 6,458, including 3,377 males and 3,081 females.
How many households are there in Nauranga Bad?
There are 1,247 households in Nauranga Bad.
What is the literacy rate in Nauranga Bad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nauranga Bad is 43.25%. Male literacy is 50.90% and female literacy is 34.86%.