Najupura - Radhanpur, Patan
Najupura is a village situated in the Radhanpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Radhanpur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Najupura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Najupura is 508719. The village covers a total geographical area of 806.15 hectares and falls under the 385340 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Najupura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Najupura
According to the 2011 Census, Najupura village had a total population of 1,356 people, including 681 males and 675 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.87%, with male literacy at 79.76% and female literacy at 53.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 97.
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 | 1,356 | 681 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 108 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 55 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 457 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 595 | 224 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Najupura
Najupura 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 Najupura
Najupura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Radhanpur to Najupura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Najupura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Najupura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Najupura 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 Najupura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Najupura 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 Najupura
Where is Najupura located?
Najupura village is located in Radhanpur Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Najupura?
Najupura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Najupura?
The pincode of Najupura is 385340.
What is the population of Najupura?
Najupura had a total population of 1,356, including 681 males and 675 females.
How many households are there in Najupura?
Najupura had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Najupura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Najupura was 66.87%. Male literacy was 79.76% and female literacy was 53.81%.