Nawagaon
Nawagaon is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Navagaon is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon village.
Nawagaon has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 448045. The village spans a total geographical area of 337.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494669. Antagarh is nearest town to Nawagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km 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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nawagaon
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 | 706 | 324 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 245 | 110 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 258 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 66 | 166 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nawagaon village:
- The total population of Nawagaon village is around 706, including approximately 324 males and 382 females, with a sex ratio of 1179 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Nawagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nawagaon village has 245 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nawagaon village is about 67.14%, with male literacy at 79.63% and female literacy at 56.54%.
- There are around 148 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Navagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
- The pincode of Nawagaon is 494669, 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 706, with 324 males and 382 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagaon is 67.14%. The male literacy rate is 79.63%, while the female literacy rate is 56.54%.