Nana Vadala - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Nana Vadala is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Nana Vadala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nana Vadala is 513851. The village covers a total geographical area of 2223.92 hectares and falls under the 360540 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nana Vadala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalavad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nana Vadala
As per Census 2011, Nana Vadala village has a total population of 2,932 people, consisting of 1,472 males and 1,460 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,034 literate and 898 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nana Vadala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,932 | 1,472 | 1,460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 150 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,034 | 1,099 | 935 |
| Illiterate Population | 898 | 373 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Nana Vadala
Nana Vadala 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 Nana Vadala
Nana Vadala 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 | 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 Kalavad to Nana Vadala is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Nana Vadala is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nana Vadala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nana Vadala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nana Vadala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nana Vadala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nana Vadala
Where is Nana Vadala located?
Nana Vadala village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nana Vadala?
Nana Vadala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nana Vadala?
The pincode of Nana Vadala is 360540.
What is the population of Nana Vadala?
Nana Vadala has a total population of 2,932, including 1,472 males and 1,460 females.
How many households are there in Nana Vadala?
There are 621 households in Nana Vadala.
What is the literacy rate in Nana Vadala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nana Vadala is 69.37%. Male literacy is 74.66% and female literacy is 64.04%.