Nageshri - Jafrabad, Amreli
Nageshri is a village situated in the Jafrabad taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jafrabad and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Nageshri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nageshri is 515909. The village covers a total geographical area of 1962.23 hectares and falls under the 365730 pincode. Jafrabad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nageshri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nageshri
According to the 2011 Census, Nageshri village had a total population of 5,468 people, including 2,814 males and 2,654 females, living in 1,045 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.65%, with male literacy at 64.24% and female literacy at 42.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 686.
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 | 5,468 | 2,814 | 2,654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 775 | 392 | 383 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 366 | 320 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,518 | 1,556 | 962 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,950 | 1,258 | 1,692 |
Nearby Villages of Nageshri
Nageshri 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 Nageshri
Nageshri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jafrabad to Nageshri is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Nageshri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nageshri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nageshri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nageshri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nageshri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nageshri
Where is Nageshri located?
Nageshri village is located in Jafrabad Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nageshri?
Nageshri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nageshri?
The pincode of Nageshri is 365730.
What is the population of Nageshri?
Nageshri had a total population of 5,468, including 2,814 males and 2,654 females.
How many households are there in Nageshri?
Nageshri had 1,045 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nageshri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nageshri was 53.65%. Male literacy was 64.24% and female literacy was 42.36%.