Nehal

Nehal is a village located in Naxalbari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Naxalbari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Nehal village. As per 2009 stats, Maniram is the gram panchayat of Nehal village.

Nehal has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Nehal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nehal is 306591. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734429. Uttar Bagdogra is nearest town to Nehal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Nehal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 731 360 371
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 90 40 50
Scheduled Castes (SC) 271 141 130
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 6 4 2
Literate Population 459 236 223
Illiterate Population 272 124 148

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

  • The total population of Nehal village is around 731, including approximately 360 males and 371 females, with a sex ratio of 1030 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Nehal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nehal village has 271 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nehal village is about 62.79%, with male literacy at 65.56% and female literacy at 60.11%.
  • There are around 144 households in Nehal village.

Connectivity of Nehal

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Nehal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nehal

Where is Nehal located?
Nehal village is situated in Naxalbari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehal is Maniram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nehal?
The pincode of Nehal is 734429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nehal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nehal is 731, with 360 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Nehal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nehal village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nehal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nehal is 62.79%. The male literacy rate is 65.56%, while the female literacy rate is 60.11%.