Nawagaon - Manpur, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki
Nawagaon is a village situated in the Manpur tehsil of Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 7 km from Manpur and around 93 km from Rajnandgaon. Tolum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon is 441420. The village covers a total geographical area of 526.63 hectares and falls under the 491229 pincode. Ambagarh Chowki is the nearest town, located about 57 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 Mohala-manpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village had a total population of 578 people, including 294 males and 284 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 90.04% and female literacy at 69.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 384.
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 | 578 | 294 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 384 | 197 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 235 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 59 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon
Nawagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharritola | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Khawas Phadki | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Salhe | North | 2.68 km |
| Tolum | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Fulkodo | East | 3.21 km |
| Iragaon | South | 3.23 km |
| Chawela | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Jabkasa | South | 3.40 km |
| Koral Dand | North | 4.60 km |
| Bhawasa | North-East | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawagaon
Nawagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambagarh Chowki to Nawagaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Nawagaon is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
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 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 Nawagaon
Where is Nawagaon located?
Nawagaon village is located in Manpur Tehsil, Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chouki district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Tolum.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
The pincode of Nawagaon is 491229.
What is the population of Nawagaon?
Nawagaon had a total population of 578, including 294 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon?
Nawagaon had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon was 80.00%. Male literacy was 90.04% and female literacy was 69.48%.