Nainan - Diamond Harbour - II, South 24 Parganas
Nainan is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - II subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from Sarisha and around 46.3 km from Alipore. Kalatalahat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nainan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nainan is 334404. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.1 hectares and falls under the 743330 pincode.
Nainan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Falta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nainan
As per Census 2011, Nainan village has a total population of 5,144 people, consisting of 2,607 males and 2,537 females. The village has 1,136 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,240 literate and 1,904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,970 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nainan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,144 | 2,607 | 2,537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 333 | 301 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,970 | 977 | 993 |
| Literate Population | 3,240 | 1,782 | 1,458 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,904 | 825 | 1,079 |
Nearby Villages of Nainan
Nainan 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 Nainan
Nainan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alipore to Nainan is about 46.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nainan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nainan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nainan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nainan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nainan
Where is Nainan located?
Nainan village is located in Diamond Harbour - II Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nainan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nainan is Kalatalahat.
What is the pincode of Nainan?
The pincode of Nainan is 743330.
What is the population of Nainan?
Nainan has a total population of 5,144, including 2,607 males and 2,537 females.
How many households are there in Nainan?
There are 1,136 households in Nainan.
What is the literacy rate in Nainan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nainan is 62.99%. Male literacy is 68.35% and female literacy is 57.47%.