How many villages are listed for Nalanda district?
Nalanda district has 1,055 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 20 blocks in Bihar.
Indian Village Directory
Nalanda District Village Directory
The Nalanda district village directory covers 1,055 Census 2011 village records across 20 blocks in Bihar. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Nalanda district has 1,003 inhabited villages, 52 uninhabited village entries, 2,419,759 people and 401,779 households, with 224,745 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Islampur has the most village records; Asthawan is the largest listed village by population; Chero has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 1,003 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 521 villages, all-weather road is reported for 729 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records; postal context covers 281 offices and 25 PINs; banking context uses Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ATM, CDM and CRM access records.
Local Admin Units20
Villages1,055
Population2,419,759
Households401,779
Area (ha)224,745.3
Blocks in Nalanda
The block-wise table compares 20 blocks in Nalanda district using Census 2011 village records. Islampur has 91 villages, about 8.6% of the district list. Bihar has the largest listed village population at 197,221 people.
| Block | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asthawan | 01385 | 59 | 5.6% | 100% | 163,938 | 6.8% | 2,779 | 27,006 | 14,026 | 6.2% | 1,168.8 | Asthawan |
| Ben | 01393 | 32 | 3% | 100% | 87,387 | 3.6% | 2,731 | 15,251 | 10,082 | 4.5% | 866.8 | Maijra |
| Bihar | 01386 | 75 | 7.1% | 96% | 197,221 | 8.2% | 2,63 | 33,096 | 15,294 | 6.8% | 1,289.5 | Hargawan |
| Bind | 01383 | 35 | 3.3% | 83% | 61,984 | 2.6% | 1,771 | 10,391 | 7,377 | 3.3% | 840.2 | Bind |
| Chandi | 01381 | 71 | 6.7% | 93% | 152,156 | 6.3% | 2,143 | 25,823 | 13,110 | 5.8% | 1,160.6 | Rukhae |
| Ekangarsarai | 01391 | 89 | 8.4% | 99% | 164,542 | 6.8% | 1,849 | 27,001 | 13,315.68 | 5.9% | 1,235.7 | Op |
| Giriak | 01396 | 44 | 4.2% | 91% | 96,845 | 4% | 2,201 | 15,584 | 8,091 | 3.6% | 1,196.9 | Raitar |
| Harnaut | 01380 | 81 | 7.7% | 81% | 176,140 | 7.3% | 2,175 | 28,664 | 18,159.61 | 8.1% | 970 | Telmar |
| Hilsa | 01390 | 57 | 5.4% | 100% | 146,257 | 6% | 2,566 | 24,528 | 13,090 | 5.8% | 1,117.3 | Kapasiawan |
| Islampur | 01392 | 91 | 8.6% | 100% | 196,696 | 8.1% | 2,161 | 30,608 | 21,612.65 | 9.6% | 910.1 | Mahmuda |
| Karai Parsurai | 01378 | 45 | 4.3% | 100% | 73,951 | 3.1% | 1,643 | 12,380 | 6,547 | 2.9% | 1,129.5 | Berthu |
| Katrisarai | 01397 | 14 | 1.3% | 100% | 41,821 | 1.7% | 2,987 | 7,158 | 4,226.96 | 1.9% | 989.4 | Katauna (Part in Giriak) |
| Nagar Nausa | 01379 | 47 | 4.5% | 94% | 94,467 | 3.9% | 2,01 | 16,805 | 7,532.40 | 3.4% | 1,254.1 | Nagar Nahusa |
| Noorsarai | 01387 | 62 | 5.9% | 97% | 172,351 | 7.1% | 2,78 | 28,459 | 12,487 | 5.6% | 1,380.2 | Bara Khurd |
| Parbalpur | 01389 | 23 | 2.2% | 100% | 70,316 | 2.9% | 3,057 | 11,315 | 6,300 | 2.8% | 1,116.1 | Sakardih |
| Rahui | 01382 | 66 | 6.3% | 92% | 144,040 | 6% | 2,182 | 24,397 | 12,169 | 5.4% | 1,183.7 | Rahui |
| Rajgir | 01394 | 50 | 4.7% | 98% | 88,596 | 3.7% | 1,772 | 14,679 | 11,139 | 5% | 795.4 | Bhui |
| Sarmera | 01384 | 35 | 3.3% | 83% | 97,083 | 4% | 2,774 | 16,435 | 12,374 | 5.5% | 784.6 | Chero |
| Silao | 01395 | 49 | 4.6% | 98% | 125,575 | 5.2% | 2,563 | 20,613 | 11,536 | 5.1% | 1,088.5 | Bargaon |
| Tharthari | 01388 | 30 | 2.8% | 100% | 68,393 | 2.8% | 2,28 | 11,586 | 6,276 | 2.8% | 1,089.8 | Chhariari Buzurg |
Blocks with the most village records
Islampur, Ekangarsarai and Harnaut are the blocks with the most village records in Nalanda district. Islampur ranks first with 91 villages, 196,696 people and 910.1 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and block comparison.
| Rank | Block | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Islampur | 91 | 8.6% | 196,696 | 8.1% | 21,612.65 | 9.6% |
| 2 | Ekangarsarai | 89 | 8.4% | 164,542 | 6.8% | 13,315.68 | 5.9% |
| 3 | Harnaut | 81 | 7.7% | 176,140 | 7.3% | 18,159.61 | 8.1% |
| 4 | Bihar | 75 | 7.1% | 197,221 | 8.2% | 15,294 | 6.8% |
| 5 | Chandi | 71 | 6.7% | 152,156 | 6.3% | 13,110 | 5.8% |
| 6 | Rahui | 66 | 6.3% | 144,040 | 6% | 12,169 | 5.4% |
| 7 | Noorsarai | 62 | 5.9% | 172,351 | 7.1% | 12,487 | 5.6% |
| 8 | Asthawan | 59 | 5.6% | 163,938 | 6.8% | 14,026 | 6.2% |
| 9 | Hilsa | 57 | 5.4% | 146,257 | 6% | 13,090 | 5.8% |
| 10 | Rajgir | 50 | 4.7% | 88,596 | 3.7% | 11,139 | 5% |
Largest Villages by Population
Asthawan is the highest-population village listed for Nalanda district, with 14,061 people and 2,319 households. That is 0.6% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 6.1. The nearest town is Biharsharif; 12.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asthawan | 14,061 | 0.6% | 2,319 | 6.1 | 861 | 1,633.1 | Biharsharif | 12.0 |
| 2 | Hargawan | 13,592 | 0.6% | 2,257 | 6 | 900 | 1,510.2 | Biharsharif | 12.0 |
| 3 | Sakardih | 13,432 | 0.6% | 2,269 | 5.9 | 767 | 1,751.2 | Biharsharif | 25.0 |
| 4 | Rukhae | 12,439 | 0.5% | 2,142 | 5.8 | 1,187 | 1,047.9 | Hilsa | 12.0 |
| 5 | Pilich | 11,388 | 0.5% | 1,811 | 6.3 | 1,278 | 891.1 | Biharsharif | 20.0 |
| 6 | Mahmuda | 11,334 | 0.5% | 1,753 | 6.5 | 1,603 | 707 | Islampur | 22.0 |
| 7 | Konand | 11,324 | 0.5% | 1,764 | 6.4 | 639 | 1,772.1 | Biharsharif | 32.0 |
| 8 | Telmar | 11,276 | 0.5% | 1,899 | 5.9 | 1,868 | 603.6 | Biharsharif | 38.0 |
| 9 | Dihri | 11,229 | 0.5% | 1,926 | 5.8 | 1,074 | 1,045.5 | Biharsharif | 40.0 |
| 10 | Panhar | 11,229 | 0.5% | 1,729 | 6.5 | 773 | 1,452.7 | Islampur | 10.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Chero has the largest recorded village area in Nalanda district at 1,964 hectares. It represents 0.9% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 564.7 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chero | 1,964 | 0.9% | 11,090 | 564.7 | 1,986 | 1.01 | Barbigha | 12.0 |
| 2 | Telmar | 1,868 | 0.8% | 11,276 | 603.6 | 1,899 | 1.02 | Biharsharif | 38.0 |
| 3 | Barah | 1,697 | 0.8% | 10,208 | 601.5 | 1,767 | 1.04 | Biharsharif | 40.0 |
| 4 | Mahmuda | 1,603 | 0.7% | 11,334 | 707 | 1,753 | 1.09 | Islampur | 22.0 |
| 5 | Isua | 1,601 | 0.7% | 10,065 | 628.7 | 1,476 | 0.92 | Barbigha | 20.0 |
| 6 | Ghora Katora | 1,288 | 0.6% | 1,802 | 139.9 | 280 | 0.22 | Biharsharif | 19.0 |
| 7 | Pilich | 1,278 | 0.6% | 11,388 | 891.1 | 1,811 | 1.42 | Biharsharif | 20.0 |
| 8 | Katauna (Part in Giriak) | 1,235 | 0.5% | 9,067 | 734.2 | 1,658 | 1.34 | Biharsharif | 25.0 |
| 9 | Rukhae | 1,187 | 0.5% | 12,439 | 1,047.9 | 2,142 | 1.8 | Hilsa | 12.0 |
| 10 | Kenar | 1,141 | 0.5% | 8,438 | 739.5 | 1,408 | 1.23 | Barbigha | 15.0 |
Post Offices and PIN Codes in Nalanda District
Nalanda has 281 post office records across 25 PIN codes in the available postal dataset. Use this summary for address reference, PIN-code grouping and nearby post-office checks.
The postal summary adds India Post address-reference context for Nalanda district without turning the page into a full postal dump. It covers 281 offices across 25 PIN codes, including 274 delivery offices and 253 branch offices. PIN 801303 has the highest listed post-office count here with 29 offices. Selected rows are shown for quick reading; verify complete address and delivery details with India Post.
Please verify important address details with India Post before using PIN or post office information for postal, legal, banking or official work.
Post Offices / 100 Villages26.6
PIN Codes / 100 Villages2.4
Delivery Office %98%
Branch Office %90%
Coordinate Coverage %93%
- Post Offices
- 281
- Unique PIN Codes
- 25
- Delivery Offices
- 274
- Non-delivery Offices
- 7
- Head Offices
- 1
- Sub Offices
- 27
- Branch Offices
- 253
Top PIN Codes by Post Office Count
| PIN Code | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| 801303 | 29 |
| 803107 | 28 |
| 801301 | 22 |
| 803114 | 21 |
| 803116 | 20 |
| 803216 | 17 |
| 803119 | 14 |
| 803108 | 13 |
| 803117 | 13 |
| 803111 | 12 |
| 803113 | 12 |
| 803118 | 11 |
| 801306 | 11 |
| 803120 | 8 |
| 803115 | 8 |
| 803109 | 8 |
| 811104 | 7 |
| 801307 | 7 |
| 805105 | 6 |
| 803202 | 5 |
Office Type Summary
| Office Type | Post Offices |
|---|---|
| Head Office | 1 |
| Sub Office | 27 |
| Branch Office | 253 |
Selected Post Offices and PIN Codes
| Office Name | PIN | Type | Delivery | Division | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biharsharif Ho | 803101 | Head Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Asta So | 803120 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Asthawan So | 803107 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bhathar So | 801307 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Chandi So | 803108 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Daniyawan So | 801308 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | — |
| Ekangersarai So | 801301 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Giriak So | 803109 | Post Office | Delivery | Nawadha Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Islampur So Nalanda | 801303 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Katrisarai So | 805105 | Post Office | Delivery | Nawadha Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Nalanda So | 803111 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Nursarai So | 803113 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ordnance Factory Rajgir So | 803121 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Parwalpur So | 803114 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Pawapuri So | 803115 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Rahui So | 803119 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Rajgir So | 803116 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ramchandrapur So | 803216 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Sarmera S.O. | 811104 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Silao So | 803117 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Sohsarai So | 803118 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Telhara So Nalanda | 801306 | Post Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Alinagar So | 803101 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Amber So | 803101 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ashanagar So | 803118 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Mogalkuan So | 803118 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Nalanda College So | 803101 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Sakunat So | 803101 | Post Office | Non-Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Aatma Bo | 801303 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Abdachak Bo | 803107 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Adampur Bo | 803109 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nawadha Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ajanaura Bo | 803114 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ajaypur Bo | 803120 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Akauna B. O | 803117 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Alawan Bo | 803114 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Amba Bo | 803119 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Amera Bo | 801307 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Amraura Bo | 801307 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Andhana Bo | 803113 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Andi Bo | 803107 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Ant Bo | 803114 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Arjunsarthuya Bo | 801303 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Aungari Bo | 801301 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Badhauna Bo | 803108 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Badi Bo | 805105 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nawadha Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Badrabad | 801303 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bahadurganj Bo | 805105 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nawadha Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bain Bo | 803114 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Bajitpur Khiruti Bo | 801301 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
| Banarsibigha Bo | 803117 | Branch Office | Delivery | Nalanda Division | East Region Bhagalpur |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Nalanda District
Nalanda district has 184 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 20 banks and 26 PIN codes. The list includes 146 ATMs, 36 CRMs and 1 CDM. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 68 entries (37%). PIN code 803101 has the highest listed banking access count, with 64 records (35%). The density is 17.4 records per 100 village records. Use this section to understand local banking access patterns, then confirm current service status with the bank before visiting.
Please verify with the bank before visiting any ATM, CDM or CRM location, including the current address, service status and timings.
Records / 100 Villages17.4
ATM Share79%
CDM Share0.5%
CRM Share20%
Records / Bank9.2
- ATM/CDM/CRM Records
- 184
- ATMs
- 146
- CRMs
- 36
- CDMs
- 1
- Electronic Kiosks
- 1
- Banks
- 20
- PINs
- 26
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 146 | 79% |
| CRM | 36 | 20% |
| CDM | 1 | 0.5% |
| Electronic Kiosk | 1 | 0.5% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 68 | 37% |
| Punjab National Bank | 27 | 15% |
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | 13 | 7.1% |
| Canara Bank | 12 | 6.5% |
| Axis Bank Limited | 10 | 5.4% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 803101 | 64 | 35% |
| 803116 | 20 | 11% |
| 803118 | 16 | 8.7% |
| 801302 | 13 | 7.1% |
| 801301 | 7 | 3.8% |
| 803113 | 6 | 3.3% |
| 801303 | 6 | 3.3% |
| 803110 | 6 | 3.3% |
| 803108 | 5 | 2.7% |
| 803111 | 5 | 2.7% |
| 811105 | 5 | 2.7% |
| 803117 | 4 | 2.2% |
| 803115 | 3 | 1.6% |
| 811104 | 3 | 1.6% |
| 803107 | 3 | 1.6% |
| 803119 | 3 | 1.6% |
| 803216 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 803109 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 801306 | 2 | 1.1% |
| 801305 | 2 | 1.1% |
Block-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| Block | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asthawan | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 |
| Ben | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Bihar | 96 | 75 | 20 | 1 | 19 | 13 |
| Bind | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Chandi | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Ekangarsarai | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 |
| Giriak | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Harnaut | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Hilsa | 13 | 8 | 5 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| Islampur | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Katrisarai | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Nagar Nausa | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| No Block | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Noorsarai | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Parbalpur | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Rahui | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Rajgir | 18 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 2 |
| Sarmera | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| Silao | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records for Nalanda district from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, including banks such as Canara Bank, Axis Bank Limited and Central Bank of India. The visible sample includes PIN codes such as 803107, 803101 and 824301. Verify the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canara Bank | ATM | 803107 | Nalanda | Asthawan | Asthawan | Near High School Dak Bunglow Asthawan, Nalanda, Bihar, 803107 |
| Axis Bank Limited | CRM | 803101 | Nalanda | Bihar | Biharsharif (M Corp.) | Ranchi Road Kashi Takiya Biharsharif, Nalanda, Bihar, 803101 |
| Central Bank of India | ATM | 824301 | Nalanda | Asthawan | Amanwan | Nalanda Dist.nalanda, Bihar, Nalanda, Bihar, 824301 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 803118 | Nalanda | Asthawan | Bahadurpur | Bhaganbigha, Distt: Nalanda, Bihar. PIN-803118 Bhaganbigha, Distt: Nalanda, Bihar. PIN-803118, Nalanda, Bihar, 803118 |
| Bandhan Bank Limited | ATM | 803101 | Nalanda | Bihar | Biharsharif (M Corp.) | Ramchandrapur Ram-Raj Complex Ramchandrapur, Nalanda, Bihar, 803101 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 801301 | Nalanda | Asthawan | Gilani | Islampur, Distt: Nalanda Islampur, Distt: Nalanda, Nalanda, Bihar, 801301 |
| Axis Bank Limited | ATM | 803216 | Nalanda | Bihar | Biharsharif (M Corp.) | Nalanda PIN 803216 Opposite of Ramchandarpur Pvt Bus Stand Po Ramchandarpur Dist, Nalanda, Bihar, 803216 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 803101 | Nalanda | Ben | Akauna | Distt: Nalanda Bharaopar, Biharsharif, Nalanda, Bihar, 803101 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Nalanda district's village records list 2,419,759 people in 401,779 households. The average household size is 6. The listed village population density is 1,076.7 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village2,294
Average Household Size6
Inhabited Village %95%
Population Density / sq km1,076.7
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population2,419,759
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Nalanda district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 20 CD blocks, 246 Gram Panchayats and 10 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Barbigha, Biharsarif and Biharsharif.
CD Blocks Reported20
Gram Panchayats Reported246
Nearest Town Names Reported10
CD blocks reported: Asthawan, Ben, Bihar, Bind, Chandi, Ekangarsarai, Giriak, Harnaut, Hilsa, Islampur, Karai Parsurai, Katrisarai and more.
Gram Panchayats reported: Adampur, Ajaypur, Akauna, Akbarpur, Alawan, Amanwan, Amba, Amera, Amnar Khas, Andhana, Andi, Araut and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Nalanda district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 1,003 villages (95% of district records), mobile coverage in 521 villages (49% of district records), all-weather road in 729 villages (69% of district records). Lower-count fields include PDS Shop and Mobile Coverage, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
Facility Coverage Summary
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 1,003 | 1,003 | — | 95.07 |
| Mobile Coverage | 521 | 1,003 | — | 49.38 |
| All-Weather Road | 729 | 1,003 | — | 69.10 |
| PDS Shop | 459 | 1,003 | — | 43.51 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 849 | 1,003 | — | 80.47 |
Median Nearest Town Distance16 km
Villages within 5 km95
Villages over 25 km244
Nearest Town Distance Bands
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 95 | 9.5% |
| 5-10 Km | 205 | 20% |
| 10-25 Km | 459 | 46% |
| Over 25 Km | 244 | 24% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Nalanda villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 1,003 villages, with an average of 17.95 km and a median of 16 km. 95 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 244 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 1,003 | 17.95 | 55 | Mustafapur | Biharsharif |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Nalanda district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 26 data fields and 26,546 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 6,330 | 4,220 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 3,061 | 2,051 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 3,113 | 3,009 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 8,024 | 2,440 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 2,006 | 1,250 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 1,003 | 459 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 3,009 | 2,368 |
Official Reference Links
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Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
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- Banking Context
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Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which block has the most village records in Nalanda district?
Islampur has the most village records in Nalanda district, with 91 entries. This is 8.6% of the district list, with 196,696 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Nalanda district?
Asthawan is the highest-population village shown for Nalanda district, with 14,061 people and 2,319 households. It accounts for 0.6% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Nalanda district?
Chero has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Nalanda district, at 1,964 hectares. It represents 0.9% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Nalanda district villages?
The population summary includes 2,419,759 people, 401,779 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 6 and population density is 1,076.7 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Nalanda district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 1,003 villages (95% of district records), mobile coverage in 521 villages (49% of district records), all-weather road in 729 villages (69% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
Does this page show postal and PIN details for Nalanda district?
Yes. The postal summary includes 281 offices and 25 PINs for Nalanda district. That is about 26.6 offices per 100 village records. Verify important address details with India Post.
What does the bank ATM, CDM and CRM data mean for Nalanda district?
The banking section shows bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. Nalanda district has 184 banking service records, about 17.4 records per 100 village records. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 68 entries. Current service details should be verified with the bank.
Which PIN code has the most bank ATM, CDM and CRM records in Nalanda district?
PIN code 803101 has the most listed bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records in Nalanda district, with 64 records in the available RBI-sourced data. Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
How do I find a Census village code in Nalanda district?
Start from the block-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Nalanda district?
Use the official land-record portal for Bihar, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, block, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Nalanda district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.