Navi Sankali - Jetpur, Rajkot
Navi Sankali is a village situated in the Jetpur taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jetpur and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Navi Sankali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navi Sankali is 513429. The village covers a total geographical area of 466.26 hectares and falls under the 360360 pincode. Jetpur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Navi Sankali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jetpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navi Sankali
According to the 2011 Census, Navi Sankali village had a total population of 724 people, including 380 males and 344 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.86%, with male literacy at 89.57% and female literacy at 75.63%.
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 | 724 | 380 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 35 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 551 | 309 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 71 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Navi Sankali
Navi Sankali 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 Navi Sankali
Navi Sankali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Navi Sankali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jetpur to Navi Sankali is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Navi Sankali is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navi Sankali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navi Sankali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Navi Sankali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navi Sankali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navi Sankali
Where is Navi Sankali located?
Navi Sankali village is located in Jetpur Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navi Sankali?
Navi Sankali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navi Sankali?
The pincode of Navi Sankali is 360360.
What is the population of Navi Sankali?
Navi Sankali had a total population of 724, including 380 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Navi Sankali?
Navi Sankali had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navi Sankali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navi Sankali was 82.86%. Male literacy was 89.57% and female literacy was 75.63%.