Navagam (Dhanela) - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Navagam (Dhanela) is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Navagam (Dhanela) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam (Dhanela) is 509902. The village covers a total geographical area of 837.29 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Navagam (Dhanela) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navagam (Dhanela)
As per Census 2011, Navagam (Dhanela) village has a total population of 1,359 people, consisting of 677 males and 682 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 190 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 922 literate and 437 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,322 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navagam (Dhanela) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,359 | 677 | 682 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 97 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,322 | 658 | 664 |
| Literate Population | 922 | 539 | 383 |
| Illiterate Population | 437 | 138 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam (Dhanela)
Navagam (Dhanela) 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 (Dhanela)
Public transport in the Navagam (Dhanela) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Navagam (Dhanela) is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Navagam (Dhanela) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam (Dhanela)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam (Dhanela) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navagam (Dhanela)
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 (Dhanela) 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navagam (Dhanela)
Where is Navagam (Dhanela) located?
Navagam (Dhanela) village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam (Dhanela)?
Navagam (Dhanela) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagam (Dhanela)?
The pincode of Navagam (Dhanela) is 383460.
What is the population of Navagam (Dhanela)?
Navagam (Dhanela) has a total population of 1,359, including 677 males and 682 females.
How many households are there in Navagam (Dhanela)?
There are 290 households in Navagam (Dhanela).
What is the literacy rate in Navagam (Dhanela)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam (Dhanela) is 67.84%. Male literacy is 79.62% and female literacy is 56.16%.