Nawagaon Khurd - Devkar, Bemetara
Nawagaon Khurd is a village situated in the Devkar tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from Saja and around 51 km from Durg. Navagaon Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon Khurd is 442160. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.86 hectares and falls under the 491335 pincode. Parpodhi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nawagaon Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bemetara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagaon Khurd
As per Census 2011, Nawagaon Khurd village has a total population of 1,254 people, consisting of 614 males and 640 females. The village has 244 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 611 literate and 643 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawagaon Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,254 | 614 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 98 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 361 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 253 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon Khurd
Nawagaon Khurd 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 Nawagaon Khurd
Nawagaon Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Parpodhi to Nawagaon Khurd is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Nawagaon Khurd is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawagaon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagaon Khurd 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 Nawagaon Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawagaon Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon Khurd
Where is Nawagaon Khurd located?
Nawagaon Khurd village is located in Devkar Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon Khurd is Navagaon Khurd.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon Khurd?
The pincode of Nawagaon Khurd is 491335.
What is the population of Nawagaon Khurd?
Nawagaon Khurd has a total population of 1,254, including 614 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon Khurd?
There are 244 households in Nawagaon Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon Khurd is 48.72%. Male literacy is 58.79% and female literacy is 39.06%.