Nagla Chand - Mawana, Meerut
Nagla Chand is a village situated in the Mawana tehsil of Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawana and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Meerut. Nagla Chand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagla Chand is 118817. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.66 hectares and falls under the 250404 pincode. Hastinapur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nagla Chand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hastinapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bijnor Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagla Chand
As per Census 2011, Nagla Chand village has a total population of 1,209 people, consisting of 625 males and 584 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 648 illiterate residents. Additionally, 104 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagla Chand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,209 | 625 | 584 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 347 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 278 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Nagla Chand
Nagla Chand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nai Putha | North | 1.11 km |
| Pali | South | 1.12 km |
| Saifpur Karamchandpur | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Afjalpur Urf Raninagla | West | 1.81 km |
| Ganeshpur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Dariapur | South | 2.57 km |
| Palra | South-West | 2.87 km |
| Nirawali | South | 2.97 km |
| Ikwara | East | 3.00 km |
| Hazratpur | West | 3.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagla Chand
Nagla Chand is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sakhoti Tanda, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hastinapur to Nagla Chand is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Meerut to Nagla Chand is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagla Chand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagla Chand 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nagla Chand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagla Chand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nagla Chand
Where is Nagla Chand located?
Nagla Chand village is located in Mawana Tehsil, Meerut district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagla Chand?
Nagla Chand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagla Chand?
The pincode of Nagla Chand is 250404.
What is the population of Nagla Chand?
Nagla Chand has a total population of 1,209, including 625 males and 584 females.
How many households are there in Nagla Chand?
There are 204 households in Nagla Chand.
What is the literacy rate in Nagla Chand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagla Chand is 46.40%. Male literacy is 55.52% and female literacy is 36.64%.