Navabandar - Una, Gir Somnath
Navabandar is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Una and around 189 km from Junagadh. Navabandar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navabandar is 515373. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.92 hectares and falls under the 362510 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Navabandar 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 Navabandar
According to the 2011 Census, Navabandar village had a total population of 14,015 people, including 7,089 males and 6,926 females, living in 2,208 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.64%, with male literacy at 73.63% and female literacy at 45.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 14,015 | 7,089 | 6,926 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,234 | 1,127 | 1,107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 86 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 7,026 | 4,390 | 2,636 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,989 | 2,699 | 4,290 |
Nearby Villages of Navabandar
Navabandar 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 Navabandar
Navabandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Navabandar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Navabandar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Navabandar is about 189 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navabandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navabandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Navabandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navabandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navabandar
Where is Navabandar located?
Navabandar village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navabandar?
Navabandar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navabandar?
The pincode of Navabandar is 362510.
What is the population of Navabandar?
Navabandar had a total population of 14,015, including 7,089 males and 6,926 females.
How many households are there in Navabandar?
Navabandar had 2,208 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navabandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navabandar was 59.64%. Male literacy was 73.63% and female literacy was 45.30%.