Nurapura - Ghoghamba, Panch Mahals
Nurapura is a village situated in the Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghoghamba and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Nurapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nurapura is 518781. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.49 hectares and falls under the 389380 pincode. Devgadbaria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nurapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nurapura
As per Census 2011, Nurapura village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 267 males and 304 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,138 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 67 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nurapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 267 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 36 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 157 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 110 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Nurapura
Nurapura 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 Nurapura
Nurapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nurapura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devgadbaria to Nurapura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Godhra to Nurapura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nurapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nurapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nurapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nurapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nurapura
Where is Nurapura located?
Nurapura village is located in Ghoghamba Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nurapura?
Nurapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nurapura?
The pincode of Nurapura is 389380.
What is the population of Nurapura?
Nurapura has a total population of 571, including 267 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Nurapura?
There are 87 households in Nurapura.
What is the literacy rate in Nurapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nurapura is 49.39%. Male literacy is 58.80% and female literacy is 41.12%.