Najapur - Mendarda, Junagadh
Najapur is a village situated in the Mendarda taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mendarda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Najapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najapur is 514686. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.94 hectares and falls under the 362260 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Najapur 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
As per Census 2011, Najapur village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 331 males and 291 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 438 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Najapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 331 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 44 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 438 | 256 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 75 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Najapur
Najapur 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
Najapur 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 Keshod to Najapur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Najapur is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najapur 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 Najapur
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 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 Najapur
Where is Najapur located?
Najapur village is located in Mendarda Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Najapur?
Najapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Najapur?
The pincode of Najapur is 362260.
What is the population of Najapur?
Najapur has a total population of 622, including 331 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Najapur?
There are 136 households in Najapur.
What is the literacy rate in Najapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najapur is 70.42%. Male literacy is 77.34% and female literacy is 62.54%.