Nawagaon Khurd - Pithora, Mahasamund
Nawagaon Khurd is a village situated in the Pithora tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pithaura and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Navagaonkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon Khurd is 446339. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.75 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Nawagaon Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon Khurd village had a total population of 576 people, including 295 males and 281 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 69.48% and female literacy at 42.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 407.
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 | 576 | 295 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 207 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 173 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 122 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon Khurd
Nawagaon Khurd 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 Khurd
Nawagaon Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nawagaon Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Nawagaon Khurd is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Nawagaon Khurd is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawagaon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagaon Khurd 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawagaon Khurd
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 Khurd 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon Khurd
Where is Nawagaon Khurd located?
Nawagaon Khurd village is located in Pithora Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon Khurd is Navagaonkhurd.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon Khurd?
The pincode of Nawagaon Khurd is 492112.
What is the population of Nawagaon Khurd?
Nawagaon Khurd had a total population of 576, including 295 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon Khurd?
Nawagaon Khurd had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon Khurd was 56.52%. Male literacy was 69.48% and female literacy was 42.74%.