Nayagawan - Bagaha, Pashchim Champaran
Nayagawan is a village situated in the Bagaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagaha and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chandraha Rupbaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nayagawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nayagawan is 216962. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.2 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nayagawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Nayagawan
According to the 2011 Census, Nayagawan village had a total population of 1,068 people, including 565 males and 503 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.03%, with male literacy at 86.01% and female literacy at 56.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 1,068 | 565 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 79 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 418 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 147 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Nayagawan
Nayagawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tola Pipra | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Chandraul | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Tola Purbari | West | 1.95 km |
| Dabri | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Moti Tola | North | 2.04 km |
| Jaini Tola | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Tola Gosain | North | 2.44 km |
| Tola Parsauni | North-West | 2.56 km |
| Nimuia | South | 2.82 km |
| Chandaraha | South | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nayagawan
Nayagawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Musharwa Halt, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Nayagawan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Nayagawan is about 30 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 Nayagawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nayagawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nayagawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nayagawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nayagawan
Where is Nayagawan located?
Nayagawan village is located in Bagaha Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nayagawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nayagawan is Chandraha Rupbaliya.
What is the pincode of Nayagawan?
The pincode of Nayagawan is 845105.
What is the population of Nayagawan?
Nayagawan had a total population of 1,068, including 565 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Nayagawan?
Nayagawan had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nayagawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nayagawan was 72.03%. Male literacy was 86.01% and female literacy was 56.35%.