Nogama - Areth, Surat
Nogama is a village situated in the Areth taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 27 km from Mandvi and around 46 km from Surat. Nogama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nogama is 523985. The village covers a total geographical area of 1464.4 hectares and falls under the 394170 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Nogama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nogama
As per Census 2011, Nogama village has a total population of 4,652 people, consisting of 2,351 males and 2,301 females. The village has 983 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,990 literate and 1,662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,955 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nogama are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,652 | 2,351 | 2,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 248 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,955 | 1,488 | 1,467 |
| Literate Population | 2,990 | 1,646 | 1,344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,662 | 705 | 957 |
Nearby Villages of Nogama
Nogama 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 Nogama
Nogama is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mandvi to Nogama is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Nogama is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nogama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nogama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nogama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nogama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nogama
Where is Nogama located?
Nogama village is located in Areth Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nogama?
Nogama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nogama?
The pincode of Nogama is 394170.
What is the population of Nogama?
Nogama has a total population of 4,652, including 2,351 males and 2,301 females.
How many households are there in Nogama?
There are 983 households in Nogama.
What is the literacy rate in Nogama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nogama is 64.27%. Male literacy is 70.01% and female literacy is 58.41%.