Nagar - Kaprada, Valsad
Nagar is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Madhuban serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagar is 523610. The village covers a total geographical area of 542.28 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Nagar village had a total population of 1,037 people, including 513 males and 524 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.59%, with male literacy at 62.11% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,037.
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 | 1,037 | 513 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,037 | 513 | 524 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 259 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 254 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Nagar
Nagar 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 Nagar
Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Selvas to Nagar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Nagar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagar
Where is Nagar located?
Nagar village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagar is Madhuban.
What is the pincode of Nagar?
The pincode of Nagar is 396067.
What is the population of Nagar?
Nagar had a total population of 1,037, including 513 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Nagar?
Nagar had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagar was 49.59%. Male literacy was 62.11% and female literacy was 37.50%.