Pith (Navanagar) - Danta, Banas Kantha
Pith (Navanagar) is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Ghorad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pith (Navanagar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pith (Navanagar) is 507928. The village covers a total geographical area of 744.89 hectares and falls under the 385120 pincode. Palanpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Pith (Navanagar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pith (Navanagar)
According to the 2011 Census, Pith (Navanagar) village had a total population of 475 people, including 259 males and 216 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 834 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.60%, with male literacy at 91.63% and female literacy at 61.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 472.
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 | 475 | 259 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 472 | 257 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 186 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 73 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Pith (Navanagar)
Pith (Navanagar) 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 Pith (Navanagar)
Pith (Navanagar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palanpur to Pith (Navanagar) is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pith (Navanagar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pith (Navanagar) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pith (Navanagar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pith (Navanagar) 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 Pith (Navanagar)
Where is Pith (Navanagar) located?
Pith (Navanagar) village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pith (Navanagar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Pith (Navanagar) is Ghorad.
What is the pincode of Pith (Navanagar)?
The pincode of Pith (Navanagar) is 385120.
What is the population of Pith (Navanagar)?
Pith (Navanagar) had a total population of 475, including 259 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Pith (Navanagar)?
Pith (Navanagar) had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pith (Navanagar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pith (Navanagar) was 77.60%. Male literacy was 91.63% and female literacy was 61.05%.