Navapara - Upleta, Rajkot
Navapara is a village situated in the Upleta taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Upleta and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Navapara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navapara is 513347. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.73 hectares and falls under the 360490 pincode. Upleta is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Navapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navapara
According to the 2011 Census, Navapara village had a total population of 233 people, including 123 males and 110 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.31%, with male literacy at 76.15% and female literacy at 61.29%.
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 | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 83 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 40 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Navapara
Navapara 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 Navapara
Public transport in the Navapara is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Navapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Upleta to Navapara is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Navapara is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navapara
Where is Navapara located?
Navapara village is located in Upleta Taluka, Rajkot district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navapara?
Navapara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navapara?
The pincode of Navapara is 360490.
What is the population of Navapara?
Navapara had a total population of 233, including 123 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Navapara?
Navapara had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navapara was 69.31%. Male literacy was 76.15% and female literacy was 61.29%.