Newaspur - Sahaspur Lohara, Kabeerdham
Newaspur is a village situated in the Sahaspur Lohara tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahaspur Lohara and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Kumhar Daniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newaspur is 439724. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.13 hectares and falls under the 491996 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Newaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Newaspur
As per Census 2011, Newaspur village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 230 males and 244 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 332 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Newaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 230 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 157 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 128 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 102 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Newaspur
Newaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampura | South-West | 1.34 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Madmada | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Lasatola | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Ganji Bahra | South | 2.47 km |
| Kumhar Daniya | South-West | 2.48 km |
| Charbhatha | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Dhaneli | South | 3.35 km |
| Chhantajha | North | 3.49 km |
| Sohagpur | North-West | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Newaspur
Newaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ibhe, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Newaspur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Newaspur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newaspur 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 Newaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newaspur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Newaspur
Where is Newaspur located?
Newaspur village is located in Sahaspur Lohara Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Newaspur is Kumhar Daniya.
What is the pincode of Newaspur?
The pincode of Newaspur is 491996.
What is the population of Newaspur?
Newaspur has a total population of 474, including 230 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Newaspur?
There are 103 households in Newaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Newaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newaspur is 46.84%. Male literacy is 55.65% and female literacy is 38.52%.