Navalgadh - Dhrangadhra, Surendranagar
Navalgadh is a village situated in the Dhrangadhra taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhrangadhra and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Surendranagar. Navalgadh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalgadh is 512052. The village covers a total geographical area of 1980.75 hectares and falls under the 363320 pincode. Dhrangadhra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Navalgadh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhrangadhra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navalgadh
As per Census 2011, Navalgadh village has a total population of 2,081 people, consisting of 1,041 males and 1,040 females. The village has 438 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,483 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navalgadh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,081 | 1,041 | 1,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 250 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,483 | 816 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 225 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Navalgadh
Navalgadh 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 Navalgadh
Navalgadh 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 Navalgadh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhrangadhra to Navalgadh is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Navalgadh is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalgadh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalgadh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navalgadh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalgadh 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 Navalgadh
Where is Navalgadh located?
Navalgadh village is located in Dhrangadhra Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navalgadh?
Navalgadh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navalgadh?
The pincode of Navalgadh is 363320.
What is the population of Navalgadh?
Navalgadh has a total population of 2,081, including 1,041 males and 1,040 females.
How many households are there in Navalgadh?
There are 438 households in Navalgadh.
What is the literacy rate in Navalgadh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalgadh is 71.26%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 64.13%.