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.
Here you can discover what makes Nawgawan unique in its vibrant Baloda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Nawgawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Nawgawan
Population of Nawgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Nawgawan has a total population of about 1,678, with approximately 854 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 334 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 74. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.76%, with male literacy at about 78.69% and female literacy near 56.43%. There are around 418 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.