Navagam - Shehera, Panch Mahals
Navagam is a village situated in the Shehera taluka of Panch Mahals district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shehera and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Godhra. Dharola Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navagam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam is 518467. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.22 hectares and falls under the 389002 pincode. Godhra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Navagam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navagam
According to the 2011 Census, Navagam village had a total population of 1,797 people, including 947 males and 850 females, living in 340 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 55.80%.
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 | 1,797 | 947 | 850 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 149 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,107 | 703 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 244 | 446 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam
Navagam 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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Navagam. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Navagam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Godhra to Navagam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navagam
Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is located in Shehera Taluka, Panch Mahals district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navagam?
The Gram Panchayat of Navagam is Dharola Khurd.
What is the pincode of Navagam?
The pincode of Navagam is 389002.
What is the population of Navagam?
Navagam had a total population of 1,797, including 947 males and 850 females.
How many households are there in Navagam?
Navagam had 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam was 72.73%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 55.80%.