Nesda - Sihor, Bhavnagar
Nesda is a village situated in the Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sihor and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Nesda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nesda is 516346. The village covers a total geographical area of 1320.94 hectares and falls under the 364240 pincode. Sihor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nesda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nesda
As per Census 2011, Nesda village has a total population of 4,161 people, consisting of 2,241 males and 1,920 females. The village has 675 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 528 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,768 literate and 1,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nesda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,161 | 2,241 | 1,920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 528 | 299 | 229 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,768 | 1,681 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 560 | 833 |
Nearby Villages of Nesda
Nesda 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 Nesda
Nesda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nesda.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihor to Nesda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Nesda is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nesda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nesda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nesda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nesda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nesda
Where is Nesda located?
Nesda village is located in Sihor Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nesda?
Nesda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nesda?
The pincode of Nesda is 364240.
What is the population of Nesda?
Nesda has a total population of 4,161, including 2,241 males and 1,920 females.
How many households are there in Nesda?
There are 675 households in Nesda.
What is the literacy rate in Nesda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nesda is 66.52%. Male literacy is 75.01% and female literacy is 56.61%.