Nadan - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Nadan is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Nadan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nadan is 566249. The village covers a total geographical area of 1481.52 hectares and falls under the 416805 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Nadan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nadan
As per Census 2011, Nadan village has a total population of 2,105 people, consisting of 1,009 males and 1,096 females. The village has 429 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,634 literate and 471 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nadan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,105 | 1,009 | 1,096 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 842 | 792 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 167 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Nadan
Nadan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Virwadi | South | 2.41 km |
| Malegaon | East | 2.73 km |
| Padel | North-West | 3.20 km |
| Wada | South-West | 3.35 km |
| Chinchwad | South-East | 3.73 km |
| Pural | West | 4.12 km |
| Wadatar | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Saundale | North | 4.42 km |
| Mond | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Mondpar | East | 4.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nadan
Nadan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| 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 Rajapur to Nadan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Nadan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nadan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nadan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nadan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nadan 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 Nadan
Where is Nadan located?
Nadan village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nadan?
Nadan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nadan?
The pincode of Nadan is 416805.
What is the population of Nadan?
Nadan has a total population of 2,105, including 1,009 males and 1,096 females.
How many households are there in Nadan?
There are 429 households in Nadan.
What is the literacy rate in Nadan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nadan is 77.62%. Male literacy is 83.45% and female literacy is 72.26%.