Navagam (Than) - Thangadh, Surendranagar
Navagam (Than) is a village situated in the Thangadh taluka of Surendranagar district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from Chotila and around 60 km from Surendranagar. Navagam (Than) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagam (Than) is 512313. The village covers a total geographical area of 2051.59 hectares and falls under the 363530 pincode. Thangadh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Navagam (Than) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chotila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagam (Than)
According to the 2011 Census, Navagam (Than) village had a total population of 3,421 people, including 1,749 males and 1,672 females, living in 596 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.37%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 43.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 3,421 | 1,749 | 1,672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 620 | 313 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 1,018 | 589 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,814 | 731 | 1,083 |
Nearby Villages of Navagam (Than)
Navagam (Than) 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 (Than)
Public transport in the Navagam (Than) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Navagam (Than).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thangadh to Navagam (Than) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Surendranagar to Navagam (Than) is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagam (Than)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagam (Than) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Navagam (Than)
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 (Than) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navagam (Than)
Where is Navagam (Than) located?
Navagam (Than) village is located in Thangadh Taluka, Surendranagar district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagam (Than)?
Navagam (Than) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagam (Than)?
The pincode of Navagam (Than) is 363530.
What is the population of Navagam (Than)?
Navagam (Than) had a total population of 3,421, including 1,749 males and 1,672 females.
How many households are there in Navagam (Than)?
Navagam (Than) had 596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navagam (Than)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagam (Than) was 57.37%. Male literacy was 70.89% and female literacy was 43.15%.