Nachan

Nachan is a village located in Faridpur Durgapur subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.4km away from sub-district headquarter Faridpur. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Nachan village. As per 2009 stats, Pratappur is the gram panchayat of Nachan village.

Nachan has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nachan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nachan is 318754. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713205. Durgapur is nearest town to Nachan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Nachan

Below is a concise population overview of Nachan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 917 479 438
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 99 56 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 217 108 109
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 85 45 40
Literate Population 700 386 314
Illiterate Population 217 93 124

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nachan village:

  • The total population of Nachan village is around 917, including approximately 479 males and 438 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 99 children aged 0–6 years in Nachan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nachan village has 217 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nachan village is about 76.34%, with male literacy at 80.58% and female literacy at 71.69%.
  • There are around 198 households in Nachan village.

Connectivity of Nachan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nachan. As per the 2011 stats, Nachan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nachan

Knowing the nearby villages of Nachan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nachan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nachan

Where is Nachan located?
Nachan village is situated in Faridpur Durgapur Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nachan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nachan is Pratappur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nachan?
The pincode of Nachan is 713205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nachan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nachan is 917, with 479 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Nachan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nachan village has a total of 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nachan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nachan is 76.34%. The male literacy rate is 80.58%, while the female literacy rate is 71.69%.