Navgam - Vaghodia, Vadodara
Navgam is a village situated in the Vaghodia taluka of Vadodara district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vaghodia and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Vadodara. Navgam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navgam is 519955. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.98 hectares and falls under the 391510 pincode. Halol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Navgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaghodia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vadodara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navgam
According to the 2011 Census, Navgam village had a total population of 1,353 people, including 695 males and 658 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.23%, with male literacy at 85.67% and female literacy at 57.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 1,353 | 695 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 874 | 538 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 157 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Navgam
Navgam 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 Navgam
Navgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Navgam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Halol to Navgam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vadodara to Navgam is about 26 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 Navgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Navgam
Where is Navgam located?
Navgam village is located in Vaghodia Taluka, Vadodara district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navgam?
Navgam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navgam?
The pincode of Navgam is 391510.
What is the population of Navgam?
Navgam had a total population of 1,353, including 695 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Navgam?
Navgam had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navgam was 72.23%. Male literacy was 85.67% and female literacy was 57.73%.