Nakhra - Gopiballavpur - II, Jhargram
Nakhra is a village situated in the Gopiballavpur - II subdivision of Jhargram district, West Bengal. Beliabera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nakhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakhra is 340523. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.8 hectares and falls under the 721517 pincode. Jhargram is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Nakhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhargram Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakhra
As per Census 2011, Nakhra village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 179 males and 181 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 238 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 226 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakhra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 179 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 144 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 35 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Nakhra
Nakhra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nakhra
Nakhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jhargram to Nakhra is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakhra 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 Nakhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakhra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nakhra
Where is Nakhra located?
Nakhra village is located in Gopiballavpur - II Subdivision, Jhargram district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nakhra is Beliabera.
What is the pincode of Nakhra?
The pincode of Nakhra is 721517.
What is the population of Nakhra?
Nakhra has a total population of 360, including 179 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Nakhra?
There are 84 households in Nakhra.
What is the literacy rate in Nakhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakhra is 66.11%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 51.93%.