Newara - Makdi, Kondagaon
Newara is a village situated in the Makdi tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 39 km from Makdi and around 121 km from Jagdalpur. Chhinari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newara is 448926. The village covers a total geographical area of 789.71 hectares and falls under the 494237 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Newara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Newara
According to the 2011 Census, Newara village had a total population of 664 people, including 331 males and 333 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.44%, with male literacy at 58.13% and female literacy at 37.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 664 | 331 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 224 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 143 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 188 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Newara
Newara 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 Newara
Newara 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kondagaon to Newara is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Newara is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Newara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newara 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Newara
Where is Newara located?
Newara village is located in Makdi Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newara?
The Gram Panchayat of Newara is Chhinari.
What is the pincode of Newara?
The pincode of Newara is 494237.
What is the population of Newara?
Newara had a total population of 664, including 331 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Newara?
Newara had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Newara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newara was 47.44%. Male literacy was 58.13% and female literacy was 37.40%.