Nawagabdegaon - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Nawagabdegaon is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Surewahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawagabdegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagabdegaon is 448009. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.18 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nawagabdegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagabdegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagabdegaon village had a total population of 362 people, including 177 males and 185 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.66%, with male literacy at 49.64% and female literacy at 38.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 362 | 177 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 165 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 68 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 109 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagabdegaon
Nawagabdegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balaikachhar | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Ghumar | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Surewahi | West | 2.79 km |
| Baweli | South | 3.16 km |
| Juna Gabadegaon | South | 3.54 km |
| Siksod | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Bhainsasur | North | 3.68 km |
| Sargikot | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Chargaon | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Sode | East | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawagabdegaon
Public transport in the Nawagabdegaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Nawagabdegaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Nawagabdegaon is about 96 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 Nawagabdegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagabdegaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawagabdegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawagabdegaon 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 Nawagabdegaon
Where is Nawagabdegaon located?
Nawagabdegaon village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nawagabdegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawagabdegaon is Surewahi.
What is the pincode of Nawagabdegaon?
The pincode of Nawagabdegaon is 494665.
What is the population of Nawagabdegaon?
Nawagabdegaon had a total population of 362, including 177 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Nawagabdegaon?
Nawagabdegaon had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagabdegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagabdegaon was 43.66%. Male literacy was 49.64% and female literacy was 38.10%.