Nava Sangana - Talaja, Bhavnagar
Nava Sangana is a village situated in the Talaja taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talaja and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Nava Sangana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nava Sangana is 516612. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.38 hectares and falls under the 364140 pincode. Talaja is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Nava Sangana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talaja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nava Sangana
According to the 2011 Census, Nava Sangana village had a total population of 914 people, including 490 males and 424 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.99%, with male literacy at 81.05% and female literacy at 72.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 914 | 490 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 52 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 355 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 135 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Nava Sangana
Nava Sangana 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 Nava Sangana
Nava Sangana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Talaja to Nava Sangana is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Nava Sangana is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nava Sangana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nava Sangana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nava Sangana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nava Sangana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nava Sangana
Where is Nava Sangana located?
Nava Sangana village is located in Talaja Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nava Sangana?
Nava Sangana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nava Sangana?
The pincode of Nava Sangana is 364140.
What is the population of Nava Sangana?
Nava Sangana had a total population of 914, including 490 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Nava Sangana?
Nava Sangana had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nava Sangana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nava Sangana was 76.99%. Male literacy was 81.05% and female literacy was 72.30%.