Nokha

Nokha is a village located in Deodar taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Deodar (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Nokha village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Nokha unique in its vibrant Deodar-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Nokha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Nokha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nokha is 508418. The village spans a total geographical area of 956.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385330. Deodar is nearest town to Nokha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nokha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Nokha

According to the 2011 Census, Nokha has a total population of about 2,984, with approximately 1,531 males and 1,453 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 570 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 383 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.09%, with male literacy at about 58.85% and female literacy near 36.75%. There are around 501 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nokha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,984 1,531 1,453
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 570 292 278
Scheduled Castes (SC) 383 202 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,435 901 534
Illiterate Population 1,549 630 919

Connectivity of Nokha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nokha. As per the 2011 stats, Nokha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nokha

Knowing the nearby villages of Nokha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nokha.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nokha

Where is Nokha located?
Nokha village is situated in Deodar Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nokha?
Nokha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Nokha?
The pincode of Nokha is 385330, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nokha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nokha is 2,984, with 1,531 males and 1,453 females.
How many households are there in Nokha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nokha village has a total of 501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nokha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nokha is 48.09%. The male literacy rate is 58.85%, while the female literacy rate is 36.75%.