Nala - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Nala is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Nala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nala is 525173. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.35 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nala
As per Census 2011, Nala village has a total population of 1,825 people, consisting of 923 males and 902 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,099 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,804 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,825 | 923 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 116 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,804 | 914 | 890 |
| Literate Population | 1,099 | 607 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 316 | 410 |
Nearby Villages of Nala
Nala 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 Nala
Nala 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Nala is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Nala is about 39 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 Nala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nala 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 Nala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nala
Where is Nala located?
Nala village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nala?
Nala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nala?
The pincode of Nala is 425413.
What is the population of Nala?
Nala has a total population of 1,825, including 923 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Nala?
There are 396 households in Nala.
What is the literacy rate in Nala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nala is 60.22%. Male literacy is 65.76% and female literacy is 54.55%.