Nawagaon
Nawagaon is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Nawagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Nawagaon has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Nawagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawagaon is 435188. The village spans a total geographical area of 165.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496661. Kharsia is nearest town to Nawagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nawagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Nawagaon
Below is a concise population overview of Nawagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 778 | 386 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 144 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 317 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 69 | 152 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nawagaon village:
- The total population of Nawagaon village is around 778, including approximately 386 males and 392 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Nawagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nawagaon village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 301 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nawagaon village is about 71.59%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 61.22%.
- There are around 219 households in Nawagaon village.
Connectivity of Nawagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Nawagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawagaon
- Where is Nawagaon located?
- Nawagaon village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
- Nawagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
- The pincode of Nawagaon is 496661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawagaon is 778, with 386 males and 392 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagaon is 71.59%. The male literacy rate is 82.12%, while the female literacy rate is 61.22%.