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
As per Census 2011, Nandana village has a total population of 7,106 people, consisting of 3,807 males and 3,299 females. The village has 1,294 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,048 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,011 literate and 3,095 illiterate residents. Additionally, 717 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandana are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 7,106, including 3,807 males and 3,299 females.
How many households are there in Nandana?
There are 1,294 households in Nandana.
What is the literacy rate in Nandana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandana is 56.45%. Male literacy is 65.33% and female literacy is 46.20%.