Nalai - Santrampur, Mahisagar
Nalai is a village situated in the Santrampur taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from Santrampur and around 80 km from Godhra. Taladara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalai is 518014. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.87 hectares and falls under the 389260 pincode. Santrampur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Nalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Santrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalai
According to the 2011 Census, Nalai village had a total population of 115 people, including 57 males and 58 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 90.38% and female literacy at 72.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 47 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Nalai
Nalai 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 Nalai
Public transport in the Nalai 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 Santrampur to Nalai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Nalai is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalai 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 Nalai
Where is Nalai located?
Nalai village is located in Santrampur Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalai is Taladara.
What is the pincode of Nalai?
The pincode of Nalai is 389260.
What is the population of Nalai?
Nalai had a total population of 115, including 57 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nalai?
Nalai had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalai was 82.11%. Male literacy was 90.38% and female literacy was 72.09%.