Naip - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Naip is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Naip village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naip is 516792. The village covers a total geographical area of 923.38 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Naip village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahuva Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naip
According to the 2011 Census, Naip village had a total population of 5,682 people, including 2,887 males and 2,795 females, living in 893 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.88%, with male literacy at 77.42% and female literacy at 45.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 5,682 | 2,887 | 2,795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 887 | 456 | 431 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,967 | 1,882 | 1,085 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,715 | 1,005 | 1,710 |
Nearby Villages of Naip
Naip 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 Naip
Naip is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Mahuva to Naip is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Naip is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naip
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naip 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 Naip
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naip 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naip
Where is Naip located?
Naip village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naip?
Naip is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naip?
The pincode of Naip is 364290.
What is the population of Naip?
Naip had a total population of 5,682, including 2,887 males and 2,795 females.
How many households are there in Naip?
Naip had 893 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naip?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naip was 61.88%. Male literacy was 77.42% and female literacy was 45.90%.