Navakhal - Anklav, Anand
Navakhal is a village situated in the Anklav taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Anklav and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Navakhal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navakhal is 517146. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.58 hectares and falls under the 388510 pincode. Anklav is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Navakhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anklav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Navakhal village had a total population of 5,368 people, including 2,743 males and 2,625 females, living in 1,091 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.50%, with male literacy at 89.91% and female literacy at 66.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 5,368 | 2,743 | 2,625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 795 | 404 | 391 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 19 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,590 | 2,103 | 1,487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,778 | 640 | 1,138 |
Nearby Villages of Navakhal
Navakhal 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 Navakhal
Public transport in the Navakhal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Anklav to Navakhal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Navakhal is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navakhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navakhal
Where is Navakhal located?
Navakhal village is located in Anklav Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navakhal?
Navakhal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navakhal?
The pincode of Navakhal is 388510.
What is the population of Navakhal?
Navakhal had a total population of 5,368, including 2,743 males and 2,625 females.
How many households are there in Navakhal?
Navakhal had 1,091 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navakhal was 78.50%. Male literacy was 89.91% and female literacy was 66.56%.