Nakat
Nakat is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Nakat village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sapdhara is the gram panchayat of Nakat village.
Here you can discover what makes Nakat unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Nakat’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nakat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nakat is 339861. The village spans a total geographical area of 77.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721507. Jhargram is nearest town to Nakat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Nakat village comes under Jhargram assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Nakat
Population of Nakat
According to the 2011 Census, Nakat has a total population of about 233, with approximately 97 males and 136 females. The sex ratio is around 1402 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.80%, with male literacy at about 76.29% and female literacy near 51.47%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nakat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 97 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 144 | 74 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 23 | 66 |
Connectivity of Nakat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nakat. As per the 2011 stats, Nakat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nakat
Knowing the nearby villages of Nakat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nakat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nakat
- Where is Nakat located?
- Nakat village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nakat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nakat is Sapdhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nakat?
- The pincode of Nakat is 721507, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nakat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nakat is 233, with 97 males and 136 females.
- How many households are there in Nakat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nakat village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nakat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nakat is 61.80%. The male literacy rate is 76.29%, while the female literacy rate is 51.47%.