Naldhara - Mahuva, Surat
Naldhara is a village situated in the Mahuva taluka of Surat district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahuva and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Surat. Naldhara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naldhara is 524368. The village covers a total geographical area of 898.41 hectares and falls under the 394240 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Naldhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Olpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naldhara
As per Census 2011, Naldhara village has a total population of 3,014 people, consisting of 1,504 males and 1,510 females. The village has 693 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,208 literate and 806 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,923 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naldhara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,014 | 1,504 | 1,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 117 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,923 | 1,460 | 1,463 |
| Literate Population | 2,208 | 1,218 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 806 | 286 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Naldhara
Naldhara 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 Naldhara
Public transport in the Naldhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bardoli to Naldhara is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Naldhara is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naldhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naldhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naldhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naldhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naldhara
Where is Naldhara located?
Naldhara village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naldhara?
Naldhara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naldhara?
The pincode of Naldhara is 394240.
What is the population of Naldhara?
Naldhara has a total population of 3,014, including 1,504 males and 1,510 females.
How many households are there in Naldhara?
There are 693 households in Naldhara.
What is the literacy rate in Naldhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naldhara is 73.26%. Male literacy is 80.98% and female literacy is 65.56%.