Navchetan - Mehmedabad, Kheda
Navchetan is a village situated in the Mehmedabad taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehmedabad and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Nadiad. Navchetan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navchetan is 517458. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.56 hectares and falls under the 387130 pincode. Mahudha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Navchetan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navchetan
According to the 2011 Census, Navchetan village had a total population of 1,532 people, including 783 males and 749 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.03%, with male literacy at 95.41% and female literacy at 80.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 1,532 | 783 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 108 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 644 | 525 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 139 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Navchetan
Navchetan 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 Navchetan
Navchetan 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 Mahudha to Navchetan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Navchetan is about 25 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 Navchetan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navchetan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navchetan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navchetan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navchetan
Where is Navchetan located?
Navchetan village is located in Mehmedabad Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navchetan?
Navchetan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navchetan?
The pincode of Navchetan is 387130.
What is the population of Navchetan?
Navchetan had a total population of 1,532, including 783 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Navchetan?
Navchetan had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navchetan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navchetan was 88.03%. Male literacy was 95.41% and female literacy was 80.40%.