Napda (Khalsa) - Shamlaji, Arvalli
Napda (Khalsa) is a village situated in the Shamlaji taluka of Arvalli district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Bhiloda and around 50 km from Himatnagar. Napda (Khalsa) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napda (Khalsa) is 510278. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.44 hectares and falls under the 383355 pincode. Bhiloda is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Napda (Khalsa) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhiloda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sabarkantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Napda (Khalsa)
As per Census 2011, Napda (Khalsa) village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 989 males and 1,011 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,104 literate and 896 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Napda (Khalsa) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 989 | 1,011 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 182 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 1,104 | 709 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 896 | 280 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Napda (Khalsa)
Napda (Khalsa) 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 Napda (Khalsa)
Public transport in the Napda (Khalsa) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Napda (Khalsa).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhiloda to Napda (Khalsa) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Napda (Khalsa) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napda (Khalsa)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napda (Khalsa) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Napda (Khalsa)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napda (Khalsa) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Napda (Khalsa)
Where is Napda (Khalsa) located?
Napda (Khalsa) village is located in Shamlaji Taluka, Arvalli district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Napda (Khalsa)?
Napda (Khalsa) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Napda (Khalsa)?
The pincode of Napda (Khalsa) is 383355.
What is the population of Napda (Khalsa)?
Napda (Khalsa) has a total population of 2,000, including 989 males and 1,011 females.
How many households are there in Napda (Khalsa)?
There are 326 households in Napda (Khalsa).
What is the literacy rate in Napda (Khalsa)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napda (Khalsa) is 55.20%. Male literacy is 71.69% and female literacy is 39.07%.