Navagam - Gondal, Rajkot
Navagam is a village situated in the Gondal taluka of Rajkot district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondal and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rajkot. Navagam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam is 513247. The village covers a total geographical area of 1105.87 hectares and falls under the 360320 pincode. Gondal is the nearest town, located about 19 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 Gondal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam
According to the 2011 Census, Navagam village had a total population of 2,473 people, including 1,294 males and 1,179 females, living in 509 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.57%, with male literacy at 82.39% and female literacy at 64.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 617, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 2,473 | 1,294 | 1,179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 141 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 617 | 321 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,637 | 950 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 344 | 492 |
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
Navagam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. 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 Gondal to Navagam is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Navagam is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navagam
Where is Navagam located?
Navagam village is located in Gondal Taluka, Rajkot 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 360320.
What is the population of Navagam?
Navagam had a total population of 2,473, including 1,294 males and 1,179 females.
How many households are there in Navagam?
Navagam had 509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam was 73.57%. Male literacy was 82.39% and female literacy was 64.09%.