Navagam (Ga) - Vallabhipur, Bhavnagar
Navagam (Ga) is a village situated in the Vallabhipur taluka of Bhavnagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vallabhipur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Bhavnagar. Navagam No.1 (ga) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navagam (Ga) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam (Ga) is 516082. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.15 hectares and falls under the 364313 pincode. Vallabhipur is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Navagam (Ga) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadhada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhavnagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam (Ga)
According to the 2011 Census, Navagam (Ga) village had a total population of 1,800 people, including 979 males and 821 females, living in 368 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.45%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 63.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,800 | 979 | 821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 118 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,211 | 755 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 224 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam (Ga)
Navagam (Ga) 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 (Ga)
Public transport in the Navagam (Ga) is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Vallabhipur to Navagam (Ga) is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhavnagar to Navagam (Ga) is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam (Ga)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam (Ga) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navagam (Ga)
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 (Ga) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navagam (Ga)
Where is Navagam (Ga) located?
Navagam (Ga) village is located in Vallabhipur Taluka, Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam (Ga)?
The Gram Panchayat of Navagam (Ga) is Navagam No.1 (ga).
What is the pincode of Navagam (Ga)?
The pincode of Navagam (Ga) is 364313.
What is the population of Navagam (Ga)?
Navagam (Ga) had a total population of 1,800, including 979 males and 821 females.
How many households are there in Navagam (Ga)?
Navagam (Ga) had 368 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam (Ga)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam (Ga) was 76.45%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 63.07%.