Nesda - Una, Gir Somnath
Nesda is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Una and around 206 km from Junagadh. Nesda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nesda is 515303. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.53 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nesda 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 Nesda
According to the 2011 Census, Nesda village had a total population of 677 people, including 368 males and 309 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.32%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 52.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 677 | 368 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 246 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 122 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Nesda
Nesda 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 Nesda
Nesda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nesda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Nesda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Nesda is about 206 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nesda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nesda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nesda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nesda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nesda
Where is Nesda located?
Nesda village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nesda?
Nesda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nesda?
The pincode of Nesda is 362560.
What is the population of Nesda?
Nesda had a total population of 677, including 368 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Nesda?
Nesda had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nesda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nesda was 66.32%. Male literacy was 78.85% and female literacy was 52.01%.