Narangadh - Lathi, Amreli
Narangadh is a village situated in the Lathi taluka of Amreli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Amreli. Narangadh -memda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narangadh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narangadh is 515497. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.38 hectares and falls under the 365220 pincode. Damnagar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Narangadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narangadh
According to the 2011 Census, Narangadh village had a total population of 1,168 people, including 609 males and 559 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.63%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 68.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 1,168 | 609 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 513 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 96 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Narangadh
Narangadh 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 Narangadh
Narangadh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Narangadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damnagar to Narangadh is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amreli to Narangadh is about 40 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 Narangadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narangadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Narangadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narangadh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Narangadh
Where is Narangadh located?
Narangadh village is located in Lathi Taluka, Amreli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Narangadh?
The Gram Panchayat of Narangadh is Narangadh -memda.
What is the pincode of Narangadh?
The pincode of Narangadh is 365220.
What is the population of Narangadh?
Narangadh had a total population of 1,168, including 609 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Narangadh?
Narangadh had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narangadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narangadh was 79.63%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 68.77%.