Namnar - Lunawada, Mahisagar
Namnar is a village situated in the Lunawada taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Lunawada and around 58 km from Godhra. Namnar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namnar is 518329. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.9 hectares and falls under the 388270 pincode. Balasinor is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Namnar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lunawada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Namnar
As per Census 2011, Namnar village has a total population of 2,613 people, consisting of 1,338 males and 1,275 females. The village has 463 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,551 literate and 1,062 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 631 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namnar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,613 | 1,338 | 1,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 196 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 631 | 328 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 1,551 | 985 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,062 | 353 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Namnar
Namnar 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 Namnar
Namnar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Namnar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balasinor to Namnar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Namnar is about 58 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 Namnar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namnar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Namnar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namnar 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 Namnar
Where is Namnar located?
Namnar village is located in Lunawada Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namnar?
Namnar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Namnar?
The pincode of Namnar is 388270.
What is the population of Namnar?
Namnar has a total population of 2,613, including 1,338 males and 1,275 females.
How many households are there in Namnar?
There are 463 households in Namnar.
What is the literacy rate in Namnar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namnar is 59.36%. Male literacy is 73.62% and female literacy is 44.39%.