Nenava - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Nenava is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Nenava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nenava is 507614. The village covers a total geographical area of 2921.53 hectares and falls under the 385310 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Nenava village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nenava
According to the 2011 Census, Nenava village had a total population of 5,773 people, including 3,019 males and 2,754 females, living in 932 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.01%, with male literacy at 71.89% and female literacy at 40.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,026, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 5,773 | 3,019 | 2,754 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,058 | 547 | 511 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,026 | 527 | 499 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 180 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 2,688 | 1,777 | 911 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,085 | 1,242 | 1,843 |
Nearby Villages of Nenava
Nenava 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 Nenava
Public transport in the Nenava is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dhanera to Nenava is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Nenava is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nenava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nenava 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 Nenava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nenava 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nenava
Where is Nenava located?
Nenava village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nenava?
Nenava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nenava?
The pincode of Nenava is 385310.
What is the population of Nenava?
Nenava had a total population of 5,773, including 3,019 males and 2,754 females.
How many households are there in Nenava?
Nenava had 932 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nenava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nenava was 57.01%. Male literacy was 71.89% and female literacy was 40.62%.