Nagadka - Dasada, Surendranagar
Nagadka is a village situated in the Dasada taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patdi and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Nagadka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagadka is 512157. The village covers a total geographical area of 878.48 hectares and falls under the 363745 pincode. Patdi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nagadka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dasada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagadka
According to the 2011 Census, Nagadka village had a total population of 783 people, including 404 males and 379 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.29%, with male literacy at 98.59% and female literacy at 81.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 319.
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 | 783 | 404 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 49 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 167 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 350 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 54 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Nagadka
Nagadka 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 Nagadka
Nagadka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Patdi to Nagadka is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Nagadka is about 44 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 Nagadka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagadka 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nagadka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagadka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nagadka
Where is Nagadka located?
Nagadka village is located in Dasada Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagadka?
Nagadka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagadka?
The pincode of Nagadka is 363745.
What is the population of Nagadka?
Nagadka had a total population of 783, including 404 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Nagadka?
Nagadka had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagadka was 90.29%. Male literacy was 98.59% and female literacy was 81.49%.