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functions
and powers of self government in rural areas

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Nagar Panchayats

Nagar Panchayat, as the constituent of the local self-government, is the smallest unit of the urban population. Areas in the process of changing from rural to urban centres are known as towns;generally a town is bigger than a village but smaller than a city. A Nagar Panchayat’s members are elected by the voters, at least 18 years of age, of the region. Members must be at least 21 years of age.

Main Functions of the Nagar Panchayats

It, as a fundamental component of the local self-government, maintains records of birth and death within its jurisdiction.

It is its responsibility to cater civic amenities such as Safe drinking water, electricity etc.

It is responsible for the construction and maintenance of roads too.

It also builds arks, primary schools and dispensaries.

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