Nana Jadra - Mahuva, Bhavnagar
Nana Jadra is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Nana Jadra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nana Jadra is 516766. The village covers a total geographical area of 703.3 hectares and falls under the 364290 pincode. Mahuva is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nana Jadra 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 Nana Jadra
According to the 2011 Census, Nana Jadra village had a total population of 2,200 people, including 1,101 males and 1,099 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.16%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 60.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 493.
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 | 2,200 | 1,101 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 153 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 493 | 249 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 810 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 291 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Nana Jadra
Nana Jadra 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 Nana Jadra
Nana Jadra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Nana Jadra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mahuva to Nana Jadra is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Nana Jadra is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nana Jadra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nana Jadra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nana Jadra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nana Jadra 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nana Jadra
Where is Nana Jadra located?
Nana Jadra village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nana Jadra?
Nana Jadra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nana Jadra?
The pincode of Nana Jadra is 364290.
What is the population of Nana Jadra?
Nana Jadra had a total population of 2,200, including 1,101 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Nana Jadra?
Nana Jadra had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nana Jadra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nana Jadra was 73.16%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 60.98%.