Nawagaon - Chhuriya, Rajnandgaon
Nawagaon is a village situated in the Chhuriya tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhuriya and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Pinkapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon is 440876. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.49 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Chhuria is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Khujji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagaon
As per Census 2011, Nawagaon village has a total population of 757 people, consisting of 366 males and 391 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 516 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 366 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 516 | 246 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 239 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 311 | 127 | 184 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pinkapar | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Masuljob | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Kubradih | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Rani Talab | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Sadak Banjari | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Ghoghre | South | 3.26 km |
| Patakohra | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Dumardeeh | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Banjari | North | 3.79 km |
| Rampur | North-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawagaon
Nawagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhuria to Nawagaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Nawagaon is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon
Where is Nawagaon located?
Nawagaon village is located in Chhuriya Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Pinkapar.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
The pincode of Nawagaon is 491557.
What is the population of Nawagaon?
Nawagaon has a total population of 757, including 366 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon?
There are 120 households in Nawagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon is 58.92%. Male literacy is 65.30% and female literacy is 52.94%.