Navagam - Santalpur, Patan
Navagam is a village situated in the Santalpur taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Santalpur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Navagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam is 508662. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.59 hectares and falls under the 385360 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Kankrej Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam
As per Census 2011, Navagam village has a total population of 1,601 people, consisting of 812 males and 789 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 629 literate and 972 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navagam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,601 | 812 | 789 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 390 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 422 | 550 |
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 in the Navagam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Navagam is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Navagam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Navagam
Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is located in Santalpur Taluka, Patan 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 385360.
What is the population of Navagam?
Navagam has a total population of 1,601, including 812 males and 789 females.
How many households are there in Navagam?
There are 279 households in Navagam.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam is 39.29%. Male literacy is 48.03% and female literacy is 30.29%.