Nawagarh
Nawagarh is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Jethhegaon is the gram panchayat of Nawagarh village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawagarh unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Nawagarh’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nawagarh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawagarh is 448020. The village spans a total geographical area of 615.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Antagarh is nearest town to Nawagarh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nawagarh 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 Nawagarh
Population of Nawagarh
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagarh has a total population of about 510, with approximately 250 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 35 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 475. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.29%, with male literacy at about 53.60% and female literacy near 37.31%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawagarh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 250 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 16 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 234 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 134 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 116 | 163 |
Connectivity of Nawagarh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawagarh. As per the 2011 stats, Nawagarh 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawagarh
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawagarh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawagarh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawagarh
- Where is Nawagarh located?
- Nawagarh village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagarh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawagarh is Jethhegaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawagarh?
- The pincode of Nawagarh is 494665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawagarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawagarh is 510, with 250 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagarh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagarh village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagarh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagarh is 45.29%. The male literacy rate is 53.60%, while the female literacy rate is 37.31%.