Navalja - Kavant, Chhotaudepur
Navalja is a village situated in the Kavant taluka of Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 6 km from Kavant and around 110 km from Vadodara. Navalja village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalja is 520473. The village covers a total geographical area of 537.3 hectares and falls under the 391170 pincode. Kavant is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Navalja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navalja
As per Census 2011, Navalja village has a total population of 1,972 people, consisting of 985 males and 987 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 263 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 914 literate and 1,058 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,968 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navalja are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 985 | 987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 133 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,968 | 982 | 986 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 564 | 350 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,058 | 421 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Navalja
Navalja 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 Navalja
Public transport in the Navalja 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 Kavant to Navalja is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Navalja is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navalja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalja 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navalja
Where is Navalja located?
Navalja village is located in Kavant Taluka, Chhotaudepur district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navalja?
Navalja is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navalja?
The pincode of Navalja is 391170.
What is the population of Navalja?
Navalja has a total population of 1,972, including 985 males and 987 females.
How many households are there in Navalja?
There are 339 households in Navalja.
What is the literacy rate in Navalja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalja is 46.35%. Male literacy is 57.26% and female literacy is 35.46%.