Nawagaon
Nawagaon is a village located in Durgkondal tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Durgkondal (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Hanpatri is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawagaon unique in its vibrant Durgkondal-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Nawagaon’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 Nawagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawagaon is 447679. The village spans a total geographical area of 270.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494665. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Nawagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km 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 Bhanupratappur 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon has a total population of about 238, with approximately 127 males and 111 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 151. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.30%, with male literacy at about 65.35% and female literacy near 45.95%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 127 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 81 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 83 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 44 | 60 |
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 Durgkondal Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Hanpatri (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 494665, 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 238, with 127 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagaon is 56.30%. The male literacy rate is 65.35%, while the female literacy rate is 45.95%.