Nagwas
Nagwas is a village located in Umbergaon taluka of Valsad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Umbergaon (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Valsad. As per 2009 stats, Nagwas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nagwas unique in its vibrant Umbergaon-Valsad region. You’ll see Nagwas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nagwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nagwas is 523662. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.39 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 396235. Vapi is nearest town to Nagwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Nagwas
Population of Nagwas
According to the 2011 Census, Nagwas has a total population of about 1,743, with approximately 869 males and 874 females. The sex ratio is around 1005 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,723. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.19%, with male literacy at about 73.65% and female literacy near 50.80%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nagwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,743 | 869 | 874 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 101 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,723 | 858 | 865 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 640 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 229 | 430 |
Connectivity of Nagwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nagwas. As per the 2011 stats, Nagwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nagwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Nagwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nagwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nagwas
- Where is Nagwas located?
- Nagwas village is situated in Umbergaon Taluka, within the Valsad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nagwas?
- Nagwas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nagwas?
- The pincode of Nagwas is 396235, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nagwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nagwas is 1,743, with 869 males and 874 females.
- How many households are there in Nagwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nagwas village has a total of 333 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nagwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nagwas is 62.19%. The male literacy rate is 73.65%, while the female literacy rate is 50.80%.