Navagam

Navagam is a village located in Sihor taluka of Bhavnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sihor (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Bhavnagar. As per 2009 stats, Navagam Mota is the gram panchayat of Navagam village.

Here you can discover what makes Navagam unique in its vibrant Sihor-Bhavnagar region. You’ll see Navagam’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 Navagam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Navagam is 516342. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 364240. Sihor is nearest town to Navagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

When it comes to local governance, Navagam 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 Bhavnagar Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Navagam

According to the 2011 Census, Navagam has a total population of about 753, with approximately 389 males and 364 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 101 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 44 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.21%, with male literacy at about 74.55% and female literacy near 51.10%. There are around 149 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Navagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 753 389 364
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 101 43 58
Scheduled Castes (SC) 44 23 21
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 476 290 186
Illiterate Population 277 99 178

Connectivity of Navagam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Navagam. As per the 2011 stats, Navagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Navagam

Knowing the nearby villages of Navagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Navagam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Navagam

Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is situated in Sihor Taluka, within the Bhavnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Navagam is Navagam Mota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Navagam?
The pincode of Navagam is 364240, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Navagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Navagam is 753, with 389 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Navagam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Navagam village has a total of 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Navagam is 63.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.55%, while the female literacy rate is 51.10%.