Najapur (Chhatariya) - Mendarda, Junagadh
Najapur (Chhatariya) is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Surajgadh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Najapur (Chhatariya) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najapur (Chhatariya) is 514719. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.92 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Najapur (Chhatariya) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manavadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Najapur (Chhatariya)
According to the 2011 Census, Najapur (Chhatariya) village had a total population of 368 people, including 215 males and 153 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 712 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.26%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 54.03%.
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 | 368 | 215 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 148 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 67 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Najapur (Chhatariya)
Najapur (Chhatariya) 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 Najapur (Chhatariya)
Public transport in the Najapur (Chhatariya) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Najapur (Chhatariya).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Keshod to Najapur (Chhatariya) is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Najapur (Chhatariya) is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najapur (Chhatariya)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najapur (Chhatariya) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Najapur (Chhatariya)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najapur (Chhatariya) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Najapur (Chhatariya)
Where is Najapur (Chhatariya) located?
Najapur (Chhatariya) village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Najapur (Chhatariya)?
The Gram Panchayat of Najapur (Chhatariya) is Surajgadh.
What is the pincode of Najapur (Chhatariya)?
The pincode of Najapur (Chhatariya) is 362260.
What is the population of Najapur (Chhatariya)?
Najapur (Chhatariya) had a total population of 368, including 215 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Najapur (Chhatariya)?
Najapur (Chhatariya) had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najapur (Chhatariya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najapur (Chhatariya) was 70.26%. Male literacy was 81.32% and female literacy was 54.03%.