Navanagar - Bansda, Navsari
Navanagar is a village situated in the Bansda taluka of Navsari district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Navsari. Navanagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navanagar is 523194. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.48 hectares and falls under the 396580 pincode. Bansda is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Navanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Navanagar village had a total population of 1,937 people, including 950 males and 987 females, living in 390 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.27%, with male literacy at 70.02% and female literacy at 52.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,933.
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 | 1,937 | 950 | 987 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 116 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,933 | 948 | 985 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 584 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 888 | 366 | 522 |
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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bansda to Navanagar is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Navsari to Navanagar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navanagar
Where is Navanagar located?
Navanagar village is located in Bansda Taluka, Navsari 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 396580.
What is the population of Navanagar?
Navanagar had a total population of 1,937, including 950 males and 987 females.
How many households are there in Navanagar?
Navanagar had 390 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navanagar was 61.27%. Male literacy was 70.02% and female literacy was 52.96%.