Nadgam - Mahudha, Kheda
Nadgam is a village situated in the Mahudha taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahudha and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Nadgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadgam is 517670. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.74 hectares and falls under the 387335 pincode. Mahudha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nadgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nadgam
As per Census 2011, Nadgam village has a total population of 3,700 people, consisting of 1,917 males and 1,783 females. The village has 759 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 468 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,453 literate and 1,247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nadgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,700 | 1,917 | 1,783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 223 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,453 | 1,480 | 973 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,247 | 437 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Nadgam
Nadgam 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 Nadgam
Public transport in the Nadgam 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 Mahudha to Nadgam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Nadgam is about 16 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 Nadgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nadgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadgam 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 Nadgam
Where is Nadgam located?
Nadgam village is located in Mahudha Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadgam?
Nadgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadgam?
The pincode of Nadgam is 387335.
What is the population of Nadgam?
Nadgam has a total population of 3,700, including 1,917 males and 1,783 females.
How many households are there in Nadgam?
There are 759 households in Nadgam.
What is the literacy rate in Nadgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadgam is 66.30%. Male literacy is 77.20% and female literacy is 54.57%.