Navakhola - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Navakhola is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Nava Bhaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navakhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navakhola is 509873. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.15 hectares and falls under the 383460 pincode. Khedbrahma is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Navakhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navakhola
As per Census 2011, Navakhola village has a total population of 821 people, consisting of 418 males and 403 females. The village has 151 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 299 literate and 522 illiterate residents. Additionally, 817 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navakhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 821 | 418 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 97 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 817 | 415 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 199 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 219 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Navakhola
Navakhola 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 Navakhola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Navakhola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khedbrahma to Navakhola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Navakhola is about 72 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 Navakhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navakhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navakhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navakhola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Navakhola
Where is Navakhola located?
Navakhola village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navakhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Navakhola is Nava Bhaga.
What is the pincode of Navakhola?
The pincode of Navakhola is 383460.
What is the population of Navakhola?
Navakhola has a total population of 821, including 418 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Navakhola?
There are 151 households in Navakhola.
What is the literacy rate in Navakhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navakhola is 36.42%. Male literacy is 47.61% and female literacy is 24.81%.