Nagichana - Mangrol, Junagadh
Nagichana is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Nagichana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagichana is 514797. The village covers a total geographical area of 1100.44 hectares and falls under the 362240 pincode. Mangrol is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Nagichana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagichana
As per Census 2011, Nagichana village has a total population of 3,257 people, consisting of 1,681 males and 1,576 females. The village has 644 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,216 literate and 1,041 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 102 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagichana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,257 | 1,681 | 1,576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 172 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 2,216 | 1,299 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,041 | 382 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Nagichana
Nagichana 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 Nagichana
Nagichana 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrol to Nagichana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Nagichana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagichana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagichana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagichana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagichana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagichana
Where is Nagichana located?
Nagichana village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagichana?
Nagichana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagichana?
The pincode of Nagichana is 362240.
What is the population of Nagichana?
Nagichana has a total population of 3,257, including 1,681 males and 1,576 females.
How many households are there in Nagichana?
There are 644 households in Nagichana.
What is the literacy rate in Nagichana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagichana is 68.04%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 58.19%.