Naya Gaon - Keotiranway, Darbhanga
Naya Gaon is a village situated in the Keotiranway subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keotiranway and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Naya Gaon East serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naya Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naya Gaon is 226945. The village covers a total geographical area of 940 hectares and falls under the 847121 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Naya Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Naya Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Naya Gaon village had a total population of 16,690 people, including 8,769 males and 7,921 females, living in 3,824 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.67%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 54.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3,303, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 16,690 | 8,769 | 7,921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,709 | 1,372 | 1,337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,303 | 1,725 | 1,578 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 8,902 | 5,303 | 3,599 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,788 | 3,466 | 4,322 |
Nearby Villages of Naya Gaon
Naya Gaon 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 Naya Gaon
Public transport in the Naya Gaon 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 Darbhanga to Naya Gaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naya Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naya Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Naya Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naya Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naya Gaon
Where is Naya Gaon located?
Naya Gaon village is located in Keotiranway Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naya Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naya Gaon is Naya Gaon East.
What is the pincode of Naya Gaon?
The pincode of Naya Gaon is 847121.
What is the population of Naya Gaon?
Naya Gaon had a total population of 16,690, including 8,769 males and 7,921 females.
How many households are there in Naya Gaon?
Naya Gaon had 3,824 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naya Gaon was 63.67%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 54.66%.