Nadhira - Dudhi, Sonbhadra
Nadhira is a village situated in the Dudhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dudhi and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Nadhira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadhira is 214179. The village covers a total geographical area of 1967.94 hectares and falls under the 231223 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Nadhira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Duddhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Robertsganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nadhira
As per Census 2011, Nadhira village has a total population of 7,434 people, consisting of 3,880 males and 3,554 females. The village has 1,319 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,515 literate and 3,919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,880 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nadhira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,434 | 3,880 | 3,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,284 | 643 | 641 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,533 | 1,330 | 1,203 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,880 | 1,487 | 1,393 |
| Literate Population | 3,515 | 2,177 | 1,338 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,919 | 1,703 | 2,216 |
Nearby Villages of Nadhira
Nadhira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathiyar | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Rajasari | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Dharati Dandd | West | 3.40 km |
| Shishawa | North | 3.78 km |
| Chak Chapki | South | 3.78 km |
| Jhapar | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Chapaki | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Sawara | South-East | 4.27 km |
| Kirwil | North-East | 4.55 km |
| Ashanahar | South-East | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nadhira
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nadhira. The nearest railway station is Renukut, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 131.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Nadhira is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nadhira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadhira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nadhira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadhira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nadhira
Where is Nadhira located?
Nadhira village is located in Dudhi Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadhira?
Nadhira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadhira?
The pincode of Nadhira is 231223.
What is the population of Nadhira?
Nadhira has a total population of 7,434, including 3,880 males and 3,554 females.
How many households are there in Nadhira?
There are 1,319 households in Nadhira.
What is the literacy rate in Nadhira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadhira is 47.28%. Male literacy is 56.11% and female literacy is 37.65%.