Nawgawan
Nawgawan is a village located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Navgava is the gram panchayat of Nawgawan village.
Nawgawan has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Nawgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawgawan is 436680. The village spans a total geographical area of 566.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496338. Baloda is nearest town to Nawgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nawgawan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Nawgawan
Below is a concise population overview of Nawgawan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 854 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 104 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 172 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,137 | 672 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 182 | 359 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nawgawan village:
- The total population of Nawgawan village is around 1,678, including approximately 854 males and 824 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Nawgawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nawgawan village has 334 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 74 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nawgawan village is about 67.76%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 56.43%.
- There are around 418 households in Nawgawan village.
Connectivity of Nawgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Nawgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawgawan
- Where is Nawgawan located?
- Nawgawan village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawgawan is Navgava (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawgawan?
- The pincode of Nawgawan is 496338, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawgawan is 1,678, with 854 males and 824 females.
- How many households are there in Nawgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawgawan village has a total of 418 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawgawan is 67.76%. The male literacy rate is 78.69%, while the female literacy rate is 56.43%.