Nelau - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Nelau is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Vasai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nelau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nelau is 509881. The village covers a total geographical area of 650.74 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nelau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nelau
As per Census 2011, Nelau village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 421 males and 370 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 490 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 791 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nelau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 421 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 74 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 791 | 421 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 490 | 329 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 92 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Nelau
Nelau 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 Nelau
Public transport in the Nelau is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Nelau is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Nelau 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 Nelau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nelau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nelau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nelau village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nelau
Where is Nelau located?
Nelau village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelau?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelau is Vasai.
What is the pincode of Nelau?
The pincode of Nelau is 383460.
What is the population of Nelau?
Nelau has a total population of 791, including 421 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Nelau?
There are 159 households in Nelau.
What is the literacy rate in Nelau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nelau is 61.95%. Male literacy is 78.15% and female literacy is 43.51%.