Navabhaga - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Navabhaga is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Nava Bhaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navabhaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navabhaga is 509874. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.14 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Navabhaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navabhaga
According to the 2011 Census, Navabhaga village had a total population of 1,449 people, including 736 males and 713 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.10%, with male literacy at 72.26% and female literacy at 36.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,340.
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 | 1,449 | 736 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 170 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,340 | 674 | 666 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 409 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 327 | 517 |
Nearby Villages of Navabhaga
Navabhaga 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 Navabhaga
Navabhaga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Navabhaga has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Navabhaga is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Navabhaga is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navabhaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navabhaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Navabhaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navabhaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navabhaga
Where is Navabhaga located?
Navabhaga village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navabhaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Navabhaga is Nava Bhaga.
What is the pincode of Navabhaga?
The pincode of Navabhaga is 383460.
What is the population of Navabhaga?
Navabhaga had a total population of 1,449, including 736 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Navabhaga?
Navabhaga had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navabhaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navabhaga was 55.10%. Male literacy was 72.26% and female literacy was 36.84%.