Navagam
Navagam is a village located in Bhanvad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanvad (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Navagam village is also a gram panchayat.
Navagam has its own place in the vibrant Jamnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Navagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Navagam is 514020. The village spans a total geographical area of 1758.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360510. Bhanvad is nearest town to Navagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km 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 Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Navagam
Population of Navagam
Below is a concise population overview of Navagam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,098 | 1,050 | 1,048 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 121 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 413 | 215 | 198 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 1,282 | 724 | 558 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 326 | 490 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Navagam village:
- The total population of Navagam village is around 2,098, including approximately 1,050 males and 1,048 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Navagam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Navagam village has 413 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 66 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Navagam village is about 61.11%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 53.24%.
- There are around 457 households in Navagam village.
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 Bhanvad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Navagam?
- Navagam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Navagam?
- The pincode of Navagam is 360510, 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 2,098, with 1,050 males and 1,048 females.
- How many households are there in Navagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Navagam village has a total of 457 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Navagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Navagam is 61.11%. The male literacy rate is 68.95%, while the female literacy rate is 53.24%.