Navagam (Selamba) - Sagbara, Narmada
Navagam (Selamba) is a village situated in the Sagbara taluka of Narmada district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagbara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rajpipla. Selamba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navagam (Selamba) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam (Selamba) is 521797. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.46 hectares and falls under the 393050 pincode. Sagbara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Navagam (Selamba) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navagam (Selamba)
According to the 2011 Census, Navagam (Selamba) village had a total population of 528 people, including 271 males and 257 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.74%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 60.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 528.
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 | 528 | 271 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 271 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 200 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 71 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam (Selamba)
Navagam (Selamba) 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 Navagam (Selamba)
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Navagam (Selamba).
| 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 Sagbara to Navagam (Selamba) is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajpipla to Navagam (Selamba) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam (Selamba)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam (Selamba) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Navagam (Selamba)
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 (Selamba) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Navagam (Selamba)
Where is Navagam (Selamba) located?
Navagam (Selamba) village is located in Sagbara Taluka, Narmada district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navagam (Selamba)?
The Gram Panchayat of Navagam (Selamba) is Selamba.
What is the pincode of Navagam (Selamba)?
The pincode of Navagam (Selamba) is 393050.
What is the population of Navagam (Selamba)?
Navagam (Selamba) had a total population of 528, including 271 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Navagam (Selamba)?
Navagam (Selamba) had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam (Selamba)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam (Selamba) was 73.74%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 60.89%.