Nauria Dam
Nauria Dam 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 Nauria Dam village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Shalboni is the gram panchayat of Nauria Dam village.
Here you can discover what makes Nauria Dam unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Nauria Dam’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 Nauria Dam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nauria Dam is 339773. The village spans a total geographical area of 552.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Manikpara is nearest town to Nauria Dam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nauria Dam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nauria Dam
Population of Nauria Dam
According to the 2011 Census, Nauria Dam has a total population of about 1,215, with approximately 590 males and 625 females. The sex ratio is around 1059 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 145. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.87%, with male literacy at about 72.03% and female literacy near 56.16%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nauria Dam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,215 | 590 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 100 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 78 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 776 | 425 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 165 | 274 |
Connectivity of Nauria Dam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nauria Dam. As per the 2011 stats, Nauria Dam 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nauria Dam
Knowing the nearby villages of Nauria Dam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nauria Dam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nauria Dam
- Where is Nauria Dam located?
- Nauria Dam village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nauria Dam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nauria Dam is Shalboni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nauria Dam?
- The pincode of Nauria Dam is 721513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nauria Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nauria Dam is 1,215, with 590 males and 625 females.
- How many households are there in Nauria Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nauria Dam village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nauria Dam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nauria Dam is 63.87%. The male literacy rate is 72.03%, while the female literacy rate is 56.16%.