Navagam(Nana) - Ghogha, Bhavnagar
Navagam(Nana) is a village situated in the Ghogha taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghogha and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Navagam(Nana) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam(Nana) is 516328. The village covers a total geographical area of 682.99 hectares and falls under the 364120 pincode. Alang is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Navagam(Nana) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam(Nana)
As per Census 2011, Navagam(Nana) village has a total population of 1,605 people, consisting of 856 males and 749 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,129 literate and 476 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navagam(Nana) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,605 | 856 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 118 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,129 | 629 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 476 | 227 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam(Nana)
Navagam(Nana) 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(Nana)
Public transport in the Navagam(Nana) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Alang to Navagam(Nana) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Navagam(Nana) is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam(Nana)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam(Nana) 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Navagam(Nana)
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(Nana) 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(Nana)
Where is Navagam(Nana) located?
Navagam(Nana) village is located in Ghogha Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam(Nana)?
Navagam(Nana) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagam(Nana)?
The pincode of Navagam(Nana) is 364120.
What is the population of Navagam(Nana)?
Navagam(Nana) has a total population of 1,605, including 856 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Navagam(Nana)?
There are 270 households in Navagam(Nana).
What is the literacy rate in Navagam(Nana)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam(Nana) is 70.34%. Male literacy is 73.48% and female literacy is 66.76%.