Nandan - Una, Gir Somnath
Nandan is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Una and around 160 km from Junagadh. Nandan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandan is 515371. The village covers a total geographical area of 320.35 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nandan 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 Nandan
As per Census 2011, Nandan village has a total population of 1,709 people, consisting of 886 males and 823 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 948 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nandan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,709 | 886 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 150 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 497 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 389 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Nandan
Nandan 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 Nandan
Public transport in the Nandan is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nandan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Nandan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Nandan is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nandan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandan 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nandan
Where is Nandan located?
Nandan village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nandan?
Nandan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nandan?
The pincode of Nandan is 362510.
What is the population of Nandan?
Nandan has a total population of 1,709, including 886 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Nandan?
There are 327 households in Nandan.
What is the literacy rate in Nandan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandan is 44.53%. Male literacy is 56.09% and female literacy is 32.08%.