Nar - Petlad, Anand
Nar is a village situated in the Petlad taluka of Anand district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Anand. Nar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nar is 516981. The village covers a total geographical area of 1661.02 hectares and falls under the 388150 pincode. Petlad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anand Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nar
As per Census 2011, Nar village has a total population of 7,619 people, consisting of 4,020 males and 3,599 females. The village has 1,702 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 805 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,030 literate and 1,589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 452 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,619 | 4,020 | 3,599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 805 | 459 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 6,030 | 3,330 | 2,700 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 690 | 899 |
Nearby Villages of Nar
Nar 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 Nar
Nar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Nar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlad to Nar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anand to Nar is about 30 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 Nar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nar 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 Nar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nar 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 Nar
Where is Nar located?
Nar village is located in Petlad Taluka, Anand district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nar?
Nar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nar?
The pincode of Nar is 388150.
What is the population of Nar?
Nar has a total population of 7,619, including 4,020 males and 3,599 females.
How many households are there in Nar?
There are 1,702 households in Nar.
What is the literacy rate in Nar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nar is 79.14%. Male literacy is 82.84% and female literacy is 75.02%.