Navanagar - Dhanpur, Dahod
Navanagar is a village situated in the Dhanpur taluka of Dahod district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 25 km from Dhanpur and around 25 km from Dohad. Navanagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navanagar is 519645. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.16 hectares and falls under the 389382 pincode. Dohad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Navanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garbada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dahod Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Navanagar village had a total population of 5,256 people, including 2,744 males and 2,512 females, living in 688 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.54%, with male literacy at 59.99% and female literacy at 42.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5,151.
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 | 5,256 | 2,744 | 2,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,199 | 667 | 532 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,151 | 2,688 | 2,463 |
| Literate Population | 2,091 | 1,246 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,165 | 1,498 | 1,667 |
Nearby Villages of Navanagar
Navanagar 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 Navanagar
Navanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dohad to Navanagar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navanagar 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 Navanagar
Where is Navanagar located?
Navanagar village is located in Dhanpur Taluka, Dahod district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navanagar?
Navanagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navanagar?
The pincode of Navanagar is 389382.
What is the population of Navanagar?
Navanagar had a total population of 5,256, including 2,744 males and 2,512 females.
How many households are there in Navanagar?
Navanagar had 688 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navanagar was 51.54%. Male literacy was 59.99% and female literacy was 42.68%.