Navanagar - Himatnagar, Sabar Kantha
Navanagar is a village situated in the Himatnagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 18 km from Himatnagar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Navanagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navanagar is 510531. The village covers a total geographical area of 567.6 hectares and falls under the 383220 pincode. Vijapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Navanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navanagar
As per Census 2011, Navanagar village has a total population of 635 people, consisting of 332 males and 303 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 97 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 635 | 332 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 285 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Navanagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Vijapur to Navanagar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Navanagar is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navanagar
Where is Navanagar located?
Navanagar village is located in Himatnagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha 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 383220.
What is the population of Navanagar?
Navanagar has a total population of 635, including 332 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Navanagar?
There are 98 households in Navanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Navanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navanagar is 84.72%. Male literacy is 85.84% and female literacy is 83.50%.