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
As per Census 2011, Nalai village has a total population of 115 people, consisting of 57 males and 58 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 115 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 5 | 15 |
| 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 has a total population of 115, including 57 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Nalai?
There are 27 households in Nalai.
What is the literacy rate in Nalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalai is 67.83%. Male literacy is 82.46% and female literacy is 53.45%.