Navagam - Vaso, Kheda
Navagam is a village situated in the Vaso taluka of Kheda district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Nadiad and around 10 km from Nadiad. Navagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam is 517587. The village covers a total geographical area of 321.11 hectares and falls under the 387710 pincode. Nadiad is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Navagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahudha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam
As per Census 2011, Navagam village has a total population of 2,615 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,276 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,936 literate and 679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,615 | 1,339 | 1,276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 188 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 1,936 | 1,076 | 860 |
| Illiterate Population | 679 | 263 | 416 |
Transport and Connectivity of Navagam
Public transport in the Navagam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nadiad to Navagam is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navagam
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navagam
Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is located in Vaso Taluka, Kheda district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam?
Navagam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagam?
The pincode of Navagam is 387710.
What is the population of Navagam?
Navagam has a total population of 2,615, including 1,339 males and 1,276 females.
How many households are there in Navagam?
There are 535 households in Navagam.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam is 74.03%. Male literacy is 80.36% and female literacy is 67.40%.