Navalia - Kochas, Rohtas
Navalia is a village situated in the Kochas subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochas and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Chittaini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalia is 250656. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.29 hectares and falls under the 821112 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Navalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Navalia
According to the 2011 Census, Navalia village had a total population of 1,224 people, including 673 males and 551 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.98%, with male literacy at 78.18% and female literacy at 60.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 1,224 | 673 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 114 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 437 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 236 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Navalia
Navalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tirlokdehri | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Gangapur | West | 0.65 km |
| Dharmagatpur | South | 0.75 km |
| Phuli | East | 0.94 km |
| Renria | West | 1.04 km |
| Misir Potti | West | 1.38 km |
| Mallu Dehra | East | 1.42 km |
| Sirpalpur | South | 1.55 km |
| Sareya | East | 1.67 km |
| Chitaini | South-West | 1.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navalia
Navalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pusauli, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasaram to Navalia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalia 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Navalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalia 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 Navalia
Where is Navalia located?
Navalia village is located in Kochas Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Navalia is Chittaini.
What is the pincode of Navalia?
The pincode of Navalia is 821112.
What is the population of Navalia?
Navalia had a total population of 1,224, including 673 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Navalia?
Navalia had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalia was 69.98%. Male literacy was 78.18% and female literacy was 60.17%.