Navagama - Balasinor, Mahisagar
Navagama is a village situated in the Balasinor taluka of Mahisagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 7 km from Balasinor and around 80 km from Nadiad. Navagama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagama is 517351. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.57 hectares and falls under the 388255 pincode. Balasinor is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Navagama village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balasinor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Panchmahal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagama
According to the 2011 Census, Navagama village had a total population of 1,595 people, including 823 males and 772 females, living in 331 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.04%, with male literacy at 92.43% and female literacy at 69.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 1,595 | 823 | 772 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 123 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 647 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 176 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Navagama
Navagama 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 Navagama
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Navagama. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Navagama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balasinor to Navagama is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nadiad to Navagama is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Navagama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navagama village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navagama
Where is Navagama located?
Navagama village is located in Balasinor Taluka, Mahisagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navagama?
Navagama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagama?
The pincode of Navagama is 388255.
What is the population of Navagama?
Navagama had a total population of 1,595, including 823 males and 772 females.
How many households are there in Navagama?
Navagama had 331 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagama was 81.04%. Male literacy was 92.43% and female literacy was 69.15%.