Nawagaon Kalan - Thankhamariya, Bemetara
Nawagaon Kalan is a village situated in the Thankhamariya tehsil of Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Thanakhamria and around 90 km from Durg. Navagaon Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon Kalan is 442210. The village covers a total geographical area of 787.47 hectares and falls under the 491338 pincode. Thankhamhria is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nawagaon Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawagaon Kalan
As per Census 2011, Nawagaon Kalan village has a total population of 1,458 people, consisting of 724 males and 734 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 886 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawagaon Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,458 | 724 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 135 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 500 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 224 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon Kalan
Nawagaon Kalan 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 Kalan
Nawagaon Kalan 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 Thankhamhria to Nawagaon Kalan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Nawagaon Kalan 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 Nawagaon Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagaon Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawagaon Kalan
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 Kalan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon Kalan
Where is Nawagaon Kalan located?
Nawagaon Kalan village is located in Thankhamariya Tehsil, Bemetara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon Kalan is Navagaon Kala.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon Kalan?
The pincode of Nawagaon Kalan is 491338.
What is the population of Nawagaon Kalan?
Nawagaon Kalan has a total population of 1,458, including 724 males and 734 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon Kalan?
There are 259 households in Nawagaon Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon Kalan is 60.77%. Male literacy is 69.06% and female literacy is 52.59%.