Naugai - Sonhat, Korea
Naugai is a village situated in the Sonhat tehsil of Korea district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from Sonhat and around 20 km from Baikunthpur. Naugain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugai is 431594. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.5 hectares and falls under the 497339 pincode. Baikunthpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Naugai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baikunthpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naugai
According to the 2011 Census, Naugai village had a total population of 827 people, including 420 males and 407 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.81%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 59.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 827 | 420 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 63 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 180 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 294 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 126 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Naugai
Naugai 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 Naugai
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Naugai. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naugai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baikunthpur to Naugai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Naugai is about 20 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 Naugai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naugai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naugai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naugai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naugai
Where is Naugai located?
Naugai village is located in Sonhat Tehsil, Korea district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naugai?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugai is Naugain.
What is the pincode of Naugai?
The pincode of Naugai is 497339.
What is the population of Naugai?
Naugai had a total population of 827, including 420 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Naugai?
Naugai had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugai was 70.81%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 59.33%.