Nandana - Kalyanpur, Devbhumi Dwarka
Nandana is a village situated in the Kalyanpur taluka of Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Kalyanpur and around 97 km from Jamnagar. Nandana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandana is 513950. The village covers a total geographical area of 4083.4 hectares and falls under the 361315 pincode. Khambhalia is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Nandana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dwarka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandana
According to the 2011 Census, Nandana village had a total population of 7,106 people, including 3,807 males and 3,299 females, living in 1,294 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.21%, with male literacy at 76.88% and female literacy at 53.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 717, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 7,106 | 3,807 | 3,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,048 | 572 | 476 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 717 | 376 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 4,011 | 2,487 | 1,524 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,095 | 1,320 | 1,775 |
Nearby Villages of Nandana
Nandana 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 Nandana
Public transport in the Nandana is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khambhalia to Nandana is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Nandana is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandana 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 Nandana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nandana
Where is Nandana located?
Nandana village is located in Kalyanpur Taluka, Devbhumi Dwarka district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandana?
Nandana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nandana?
The pincode of Nandana is 361315.
What is the population of Nandana?
Nandana had a total population of 7,106, including 3,807 males and 3,299 females.
How many households are there in Nandana?
Nandana had 1,294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandana was 66.21%. Male literacy was 76.88% and female literacy was 53.99%.