Nawagaon - Mungeli
Nawagaon is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Mungeli and around 57 km from Bilaspur. Navagaon (ghu) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon is 438139. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.76 hectares and falls under the 495334 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Nawagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village had a total population of 1,818 people, including 913 males and 905 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.57%, with male literacy at 75.46% and female literacy at 47.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 572, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,818 | 913 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 159 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 572 | 290 | 282 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 934 | 569 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 344 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon
Nawagaon 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
Nawagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Mungeli to Nawagaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Nawagaon is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawagaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon
Where is Nawagaon located?
Nawagaon village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Navagaon (ghu).
What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
The pincode of Nawagaon is 495334.
What is the population of Nawagaon?
Nawagaon had a total population of 1,818, including 913 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon?
Nawagaon had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon was 61.57%. Male literacy was 75.46% and female literacy was 47.84%.