Narda - Mahuva, Surat
Narda 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. Narda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narda is 524373. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.51 hectares and falls under the 394250 pincode. Bardoli is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Narda 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 Narda
According to the 2011 Census, Narda village had a total population of 462 people, including 229 males and 233 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 94.27% and female literacy at 74.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 453.
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 | 462 | 229 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 223 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 181 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 48 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Narda
Narda 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 Narda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Narda.
| 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 Narda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surat to Narda 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 Narda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Narda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Narda
Where is Narda located?
Narda village is located in Mahuva Taluka, Surat district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narda?
Narda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narda?
The pincode of Narda is 394250.
What is the population of Narda?
Narda had a total population of 462, including 229 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Narda?
Narda had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narda was 84.09%. Male literacy was 94.27% and female literacy was 74.51%.