Nawagaon - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Nawagaon is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Hadabandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon is 446744. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.07 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nawagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagaon
As per Census 2011, Nawagaon village has a total population of 153 people, consisting of 82 males and 71 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 153 | 82 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 51 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 31 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon
Nawagaon 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 Nawagaon
Nawagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Nawagaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Nawagaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Nawagaon is about 17 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 Nawagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nawagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawagaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon
Where is Nawagaon located?
Nawagaon village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Hadabandh.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
The pincode of Nawagaon is 493445.
What is the population of Nawagaon?
Nawagaon has a total population of 153, including 82 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon?
There are 35 households in Nawagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon is 52.29%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 40.85%.