Nava Charkha - Dhari, Amreli
Nava Charkha is a village situated in the Dhari taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Nava Charkha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nava Charkha is 515679. The village covers a total geographical area of 1423.38 hectares and falls under the 365630 pincode. Chalala is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Nava Charkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nava Charkha
According to the 2011 Census, Nava Charkha village had a total population of 677 people, including 344 males and 333 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.01%, with male literacy at 64.69% and female literacy at 57.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 677 | 344 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 207 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 137 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Nava Charkha
Nava Charkha 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 Nava Charkha
Public transport in the Nava Charkha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chalala to Nava Charkha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Nava Charkha is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nava Charkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nava Charkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nava Charkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nava Charkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Nava Charkha
Where is Nava Charkha located?
Nava Charkha village is located in Dhari Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nava Charkha?
Nava Charkha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nava Charkha?
The pincode of Nava Charkha is 365630.
What is the population of Nava Charkha?
Nava Charkha had a total population of 677, including 344 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Nava Charkha?
Nava Charkha had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nava Charkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nava Charkha was 61.01%. Male literacy was 64.69% and female literacy was 57.28%.