Navagam - Gariadhar, Bhavnagar
Navagam is a village situated in the Gariadhar taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gariadhar and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Navagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam is 516445. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.21 hectares and falls under the 364505 pincode. Gariadhar is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Gariadhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amreli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam
According to the 2011 Census, Navagam village had a total population of 1,558 people, including 801 males and 757 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.94%, with male literacy at 80.27% and female literacy at 59.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 1,558 | 801 | 757 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 142 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 529 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 272 | 367 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gariadhar to Navagam is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Navagam is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Navagam
Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is located in Gariadhar Taluka, Bhavnagar 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 364505.
What is the population of Navagam?
Navagam had a total population of 1,558, including 801 males and 757 females.
How many households are there in Navagam?
Navagam had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam was 69.94%. Male literacy was 80.27% and female literacy was 59.54%.