Nadan - Kadi, Mahesana
Nadan is a village situated in the Kadi taluka of Mahesana district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kadi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mahesana. Nadan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadan is 509727. The village covers a total geographical area of 1224.91 hectares and falls under the 384445 pincode. Sanand is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nadan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nadan
According to the 2011 Census, Nadan village had a total population of 1,427 people, including 813 males and 614 females, living in 260 households. The sex ratio was 755 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.92%, with male literacy at 90.32% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 262.
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 | 1,427 | 813 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 90 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 129 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 995 | 653 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 160 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Nadan
Nadan 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 Nadan
Public transport in the Nadan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanand to Nadan is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahesana to Nadan is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nadan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nadan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nadan
Where is Nadan located?
Nadan village is located in Kadi Taluka, Mahesana district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadan?
Nadan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadan?
The pincode of Nadan is 384445.
What is the population of Nadan?
Nadan had a total population of 1,427, including 813 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Nadan?
Nadan had 260 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nadan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadan was 79.92%. Male literacy was 90.32% and female literacy was 65.52%.