Nangal Rajawatan is a village in the state of Rajasthan, India. Like many small settlements in the region, it functions as a revenue village under the local panchayati raj system and lies within the broader administrative framework of district, tehsil, and gram panchayat units that govern rural Rajasthan.
Key facts
| Name | Nangal Rajawatan |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Settlement type | Village |
Overview
Nangal Rajawatan is recorded as a human settlement in India. The name follows a pattern common in Rajasthan, where "Nangal" is a frequent toponym for villages and "Rajawatan" indicates a historical association with Rajawat clans of the Kachhwaha Rajputs, a lineage that has given names to several places in eastern Rajasthan.
Administration
As a village, Nangal Rajawatan is administered through a gram panchayat, which is the lowest tier of the three-tier panchayati raj system established under the 73rd Amendment to the Constitution of India. Day-to-day revenue and land-record matters are handled at the tehsil level, while higher administrative oversight rests with the district collectorate.
Geography
The village lies within the semi-arid to sub-humid climatic zone characteristic of Rajasthan, with agriculture and allied activities forming the basis of the rural economy. Cropping patterns in the region typically include bajra, wheat, mustard, and pulses, supported by a mix of canal, tube-well, and rainfed irrigation depending on local conditions.
Demographics and society
Population, literacy, and household data for Indian villages are enumerated in the decennial Census of India. Hindi and the local Rajasthani dialects are commonly spoken in this part of the state.
Related topics
References
- Wikidata entry: Q28154023
- Census of India, Office of the Registrar General & Census Commissioner, India.