Netra - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Netra is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Netra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Netra is 506967. The village covers a total geographical area of 2572.71 hectares and falls under the 370620 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Netra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Netra
As per Census 2011, Netra village has a total population of 5,511 people, consisting of 2,776 males and 2,735 females. The village has 968 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 834 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,381 literate and 2,130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Netra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,511 | 2,776 | 2,735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 834 | 442 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 625 | 578 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 3,381 | 1,867 | 1,514 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,130 | 909 | 1,221 |
Nearby Villages of Netra
Netra 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 Netra
Netra 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuj to Netra is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Netra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Netra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Netra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Netra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Netra
Where is Netra located?
Netra village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Netra?
Netra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Netra?
The pincode of Netra is 370620.
What is the population of Netra?
Netra has a total population of 5,511, including 2,776 males and 2,735 females.
How many households are there in Netra?
There are 968 households in Netra.
What is the literacy rate in Netra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Netra is 61.35%. Male literacy is 67.26% and female literacy is 55.36%.