Nurpuri - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Nurpuri is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Saidal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nurpuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nurpuri is 520015. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.39 hectares and falls under the 391761 pincode. Vaghodia is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nurpuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nurpuri
According to the 2011 Census, Nurpuri village had a total population of 356 people, including 179 males and 177 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.34%, with male literacy at 94.58% and female literacy at 81.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 356 | 179 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 157 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 22 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Nurpuri
Nurpuri 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 Nurpuri
Nurpuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Vaghodia to Nurpuri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Nurpuri is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nurpuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nurpuri 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 Nurpuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nurpuri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nurpuri
Where is Nurpuri located?
Nurpuri village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nurpuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Nurpuri is Saidal.
What is the pincode of Nurpuri?
The pincode of Nurpuri is 391761.
What is the population of Nurpuri?
Nurpuri had a total population of 356, including 179 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Nurpuri?
Nurpuri had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nurpuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nurpuri was 88.34%. Male literacy was 94.58% and female literacy was 81.88%.