Nirona - Nakhatrana, Kachchh
Nirona is a village situated in the Nakhatrana taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakhatrana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Nirona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirona is 506977. The village covers a total geographical area of 12849.63 hectares and falls under the 370001 pincode. Bhuj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nirona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nirona
As per Census 2011, Nirona village has a total population of 5,710 people, consisting of 2,916 males and 2,794 females. The village has 1,085 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 886 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,050 literate and 2,660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 447 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nirona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,710 | 2,916 | 2,794 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 886 | 419 | 467 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 229 | 218 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 3,050 | 1,826 | 1,224 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,660 | 1,090 | 1,570 |
Nearby Villages of Nirona
Nirona 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 Nirona
Nirona 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 Nirona is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirona 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 Nirona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirona 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nirona
Where is Nirona located?
Nirona village is located in Nakhatrana Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nirona?
Nirona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nirona?
The pincode of Nirona is 370001.
What is the population of Nirona?
Nirona has a total population of 5,710, including 2,916 males and 2,794 females.
How many households are there in Nirona?
There are 1,085 households in Nirona.
What is the literacy rate in Nirona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirona is 53.42%. Male literacy is 62.62% and female literacy is 43.81%.