Nalu - Dhanpur, Dahod
Nalu is a village situated in the Dhanpur taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Dhanpur and around 35 km from Dohad. Nalu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalu is 519624. The village covers a total geographical area of 836.85 hectares and falls under the 389382 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Nalu 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 Nalu
As per Census 2011, Nalu village has a total population of 3,750 people, consisting of 1,903 males and 1,847 females. The village has 671 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 547 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,733 literate and 2,017 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,750 | 1,903 | 1,847 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 547 | 293 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 274 | 143 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 93 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 1,064 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,017 | 839 | 1,178 |
Nearby Villages of Nalu
Nalu 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 Nalu
Nalu 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 Devgadbaria to Nalu is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dohad to Nalu is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nalu
Where is Nalu located?
Nalu village is located in Dhanpur Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalu?
Nalu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalu?
The pincode of Nalu is 389382.
What is the population of Nalu?
Nalu has a total population of 3,750, including 1,903 males and 1,847 females.
How many households are there in Nalu?
There are 671 households in Nalu.
What is the literacy rate in Nalu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalu is 46.21%. Male literacy is 55.91% and female literacy is 36.22%.