Navagam - Dholera, Ahmedabad
Navagam is a village situated in the Dholera taluka of Ahmedabad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Dhandhuka and around 120 km from Ahmadabad. Navagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam is 511884. The village covers a total geographical area of 9431.84 hectares and falls under the 382465 pincode. Dhandhuka is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Navagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam
As per Census 2011, Navagam village has a total population of 632 people, consisting of 323 males and 309 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 366 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 632 | 323 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 56 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 168 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 155 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam
Navagam is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Navagam
Public transport in the Navagam is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhandhuka to Navagam is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadabad to Navagam is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navagam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navagam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navagam
Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is located in Dholera Taluka, Ahmedabad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam?
Navagam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagam?
The pincode of Navagam is 382465.
What is the population of Navagam?
Navagam has a total population of 632, including 323 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Navagam?
There are 130 households in Navagam.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam is 42.09%. Male literacy is 52.01% and female literacy is 31.72%.