Naroda - Khanpur, Mahisagar
Naroda is a village situated in the Khanpur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from Khanpur and around 60 km from Godhra. Naroda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naroda is 517822. The village covers a total geographical area of 1263.7 hectares and falls under the 389230 pincode. Lunawada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Naroda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naroda
As per Census 2011, Naroda village has a total population of 3,830 people, consisting of 1,946 males and 1,884 females. The village has 777 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,201 literate and 1,629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naroda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,830 | 1,946 | 1,884 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 306 | 268 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 125 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,201 | 1,331 | 870 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,629 | 615 | 1,014 |
Nearby Villages of Naroda
Naroda 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 Naroda
Naroda 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lunawada to Naroda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Naroda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naroda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naroda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naroda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naroda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naroda
Where is Naroda located?
Naroda village is located in Khanpur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naroda?
Naroda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naroda?
The pincode of Naroda is 389230.
What is the population of Naroda?
Naroda has a total population of 3,830, including 1,946 males and 1,884 females.
How many households are there in Naroda?
There are 777 households in Naroda.
What is the literacy rate in Naroda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naroda is 57.47%. Male literacy is 68.40% and female literacy is 46.18%.