Nakti - Dhanpur, Dahod
Nakti is a village situated in the Dhanpur taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Dhanpur and around 43 km from Dohad. Nakti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nakti is 519612. The village covers a total geographical area of 1222.56 hectares and falls under the 389382 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Nakti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devgadbaria Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nakti
As per Census 2011, Nakti village has a total population of 3,495 people, consisting of 1,736 males and 1,759 females. The village has 530 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 634 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,637 literate and 1,858 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 399 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nakti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,495 | 1,736 | 1,759 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 634 | 326 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 49 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 203 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 1,019 | 618 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,858 | 717 | 1,141 |
Nearby Villages of Nakti
Nakti 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 Nakti
Nakti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Nakti is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Nakti is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nakti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nakti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nakti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nakti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nakti
Where is Nakti located?
Nakti village is located in Dhanpur Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nakti?
Nakti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nakti?
The pincode of Nakti is 389382.
What is the population of Nakti?
Nakti has a total population of 3,495, including 1,736 males and 1,759 females.
How many households are there in Nakti?
There are 530 households in Nakti.
What is the literacy rate in Nakti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nakti is 46.84%. Male literacy is 58.70% and female literacy is 35.13%.