Nikava - Kalavad, Jamnagar
Nikava is a village situated in the Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalavad and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Jamnagar. Nikava village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nikava is 513830. The village covers a total geographical area of 2503.93 hectares and falls under the 361162 pincode. Kalavad is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nikava 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 Nikava
As per Census 2011, Nikava village has a total population of 4,799 people, consisting of 2,495 males and 2,304 females. The village has 992 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 594 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,270 literate and 1,529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 369 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nikava are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,799 | 2,495 | 2,304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 307 | 287 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 369 | 201 | 168 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 3,270 | 1,896 | 1,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,529 | 599 | 930 |
Nearby Villages of Nikava
Nikava 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 Nikava
Nikava 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 Nikava is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jamnagar to Nikava is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nikava
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nikava village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nikava
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nikava 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 Nikava
Where is Nikava located?
Nikava village is located in Kalavad Taluka, Jamnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikava?
Nikava is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nikava?
The pincode of Nikava is 361162.
What is the population of Nikava?
Nikava has a total population of 4,799, including 2,495 males and 2,304 females.
How many households are there in Nikava?
There are 992 households in Nikava.
What is the literacy rate in Nikava?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nikava is 68.14%. Male literacy is 75.99% and female literacy is 59.64%.