Nichlo Bandh - Amirgadh, Banas Kantha
Nichlo Bandh is a village situated in the Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Iqbalgadh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Khapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nichlo Bandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nichlo Bandh is 507776. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.55 hectares and falls under the 385130 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nichlo Bandh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nichlo Bandh
According to the 2011 Census, Nichlo Bandh village had a total population of 773 people, including 408 males and 365 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.29%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 38.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 621.
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 | 773 | 408 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 326 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 232 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 176 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Nichlo Bandh
Nichlo Bandh 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 Nichlo Bandh
Nichlo Bandh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Nichlo Bandh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Nichlo Bandh is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Nichlo Bandh is about 48 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 Nichlo Bandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nichlo Bandh 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 Nichlo Bandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nichlo Bandh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nichlo Bandh
Where is Nichlo Bandh located?
Nichlo Bandh village is located in Amirgadh Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nichlo Bandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Nichlo Bandh is Khapa.
What is the pincode of Nichlo Bandh?
The pincode of Nichlo Bandh is 385130.
What is the population of Nichlo Bandh?
Nichlo Bandh had a total population of 773, including 408 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Nichlo Bandh?
Nichlo Bandh had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nichlo Bandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nichlo Bandh was 57.29%. Male literacy was 74.60% and female literacy was 38.46%.