Nirval - Kaprada, Valsad
Nirval is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Titumal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nirval village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nirval is 523633. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.75 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Nirval 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 Nirval
According to the 2011 Census, Nirval village had a total population of 283 people, including 142 males and 141 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.79%, with male literacy at 28.97% and female literacy at 22.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 111 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Nirval
Nirval 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 Nirval
Nirval is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Nirval is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Nirval is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nirval
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nirval 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nirval
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nirval village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nirval
Where is Nirval located?
Nirval village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nirval?
The Gram Panchayat of Nirval is Titumal.
What is the pincode of Nirval?
The pincode of Nirval is 396067.
What is the population of Nirval?
Nirval had a total population of 283, including 142 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Nirval?
Nirval had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nirval?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nirval was 25.79%. Male literacy was 28.97% and female literacy was 22.81%.