Navlakhi - Vanthali, Junagadh
Navlakhi is a village situated in the Vanthali taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vanthali and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Navlakhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navlakhi is 514414. The village covers a total geographical area of 552.29 hectares and falls under the 362610 pincode. Vanthali is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Navlakhi 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 Navlakhi
According to the 2011 Census, Navlakhi village had a total population of 1,214 people, including 641 males and 573 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.48%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 62.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,214 | 641 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 81 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 117 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 785 | 460 | 325 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 181 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Navlakhi
Navlakhi 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 Navlakhi
Navlakhi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vanthali to Navlakhi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Navlakhi is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navlakhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navlakhi 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 Navlakhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navlakhi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navlakhi
Where is Navlakhi located?
Navlakhi village is located in Vanthali Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navlakhi?
Navlakhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navlakhi?
The pincode of Navlakhi is 362610.
What is the population of Navlakhi?
Navlakhi had a total population of 1,214, including 641 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Navlakhi?
Navlakhi had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navlakhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navlakhi was 72.48%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 62.14%.