Navavas (Vandh) - Abdasa, Kachchh
Navavas (Vandh) is a village situated in the Abdasa taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naliya and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Akri Moti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navavas (Vandh) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navavas (Vandh) is 507060. The village covers a total geographical area of 640.75 hectares and falls under the 370655 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 141 km away.
Navavas (Vandh) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navavas (Vandh)
According to the 2011 Census, Navavas (Vandh) village had a total population of 215 people, including 111 males and 104 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.58%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 69 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 42 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Navavas (Vandh)
Navavas (Vandh) 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 Navavas (Vandh)
Public transport in the Navavas (Vandh) is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhuj to Navavas (Vandh) is about 141 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navavas (Vandh)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navavas (Vandh) 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 Navavas (Vandh)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navavas (Vandh) 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 Navavas (Vandh)
Where is Navavas (Vandh) located?
Navavas (Vandh) village is located in Abdasa Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navavas (Vandh)?
The Gram Panchayat of Navavas (Vandh) is Akri Moti.
What is the pincode of Navavas (Vandh)?
The pincode of Navavas (Vandh) is 370655.
What is the population of Navavas (Vandh)?
Navavas (Vandh) had a total population of 215, including 111 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Navavas (Vandh)?
Navavas (Vandh) had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navavas (Vandh)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navavas (Vandh) was 63.58%. Male literacy was 77.53% and female literacy was 48.81%.