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
As per Census 2011, Navgam village has a total population of 1,353 people, consisting of 695 males and 658 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 874 literate and 479 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navgam are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,353, including 695 males and 658 females.
How many households are there in Navgam?
There are 312 households in Navgam.
What is the literacy rate in Navgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navgam is 64.60%. Male literacy is 77.41% and female literacy is 51.06%.