Nathej - Una, Gir Somnath
Nathej is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Una and around 152 km from Junagadh. Nathej village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nathej is 515321. The village covers a total geographical area of 428.69 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nathej 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 Nathej
As per Census 2011, Nathej village has a total population of 2,096 people, consisting of 1,156 males and 940 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,277 literate and 819 illiterate residents. Additionally, 568 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nathej are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,096 | 1,156 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 163 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 568 | 286 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 811 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 819 | 345 | 474 |
Nearby Villages of Nathej
Nathej 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 Nathej
Public transport in the Nathej is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Una to Nathej is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Nathej is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nathej
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nathej 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 Nathej
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nathej 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 Nathej
Where is Nathej located?
Nathej village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nathej?
Nathej is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nathej?
The pincode of Nathej is 362560.
What is the population of Nathej?
Nathej has a total population of 2,096, including 1,156 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Nathej?
There are 327 households in Nathej.
What is the literacy rate in Nathej?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nathej is 60.93%. Male literacy is 70.16% and female literacy is 49.57%.