Nava Malaknes - Khambha, Amreli
Nava Malaknes is a village situated in the Khambha taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khambha and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Nava Malaknes village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nava Malaknes is 515859. The village covers a total geographical area of 1069.95 hectares and falls under the 365550 pincode. Savar Kundla is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nava Malaknes 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 Nava Malaknes
As per Census 2011, Nava Malaknes village has a total population of 2,413 people, consisting of 1,249 males and 1,164 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,265 literate and 1,148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nava Malaknes are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,413 | 1,249 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 199 | 215 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,265 | 814 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,148 | 435 | 713 |
Nearby Villages of Nava Malaknes
Nava Malaknes 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 Malaknes
Nava Malaknes is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Savar Kundla to Nava Malaknes is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Nava Malaknes is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nava Malaknes
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nava Malaknes village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nava Malaknes
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 Malaknes village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nava Malaknes
Where is Nava Malaknes located?
Nava Malaknes village is located in Khambha Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nava Malaknes?
Nava Malaknes is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nava Malaknes?
The pincode of Nava Malaknes is 365550.
What is the population of Nava Malaknes?
Nava Malaknes has a total population of 2,413, including 1,249 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Nava Malaknes?
There are 403 households in Nava Malaknes.
What is the literacy rate in Nava Malaknes?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nava Malaknes is 52.42%. Male literacy is 65.17% and female literacy is 38.75%.