Nava Ugla - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Nava Ugla is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Una and around 140 km from Junagadh. Nava Ugla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nava Ugla is 515265. The village covers a total geographical area of 561.99 hectares and falls under the 362565 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nava Ugla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nava Ugla
As per Census 2011, Nava Ugla village has a total population of 958 people, consisting of 486 males and 472 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nava Ugla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 486 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 48 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 329 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 157 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Nava Ugla
Nava Ugla 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 Nava Ugla
Nava Ugla 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Nava Ugla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Nava Ugla is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nava Ugla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nava Ugla 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 Nava Ugla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nava Ugla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nava Ugla
Where is Nava Ugla located?
Nava Ugla village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nava Ugla?
Nava Ugla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nava Ugla?
The pincode of Nava Ugla is 362565.
What is the population of Nava Ugla?
Nava Ugla has a total population of 958, including 486 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Nava Ugla?
There are 178 households in Nava Ugla.
What is the literacy rate in Nava Ugla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nava Ugla is 59.92%. Male literacy is 67.70% and female literacy is 51.91%.