Navgaon - Darlaghat, Solan
Navgaon is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Navgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navgaon is 020362. The village covers a total geographical area of 135 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Navgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Navgaon village had a total population of 719 people, including 371 males and 348 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.02%, with male literacy at 90.80% and female literacy at 74.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 719 | 371 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 60 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 296 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 75 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Navgaon
Navgaon 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 Navgaon
Navgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Navgaon is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Navgaon
Where is Navgaon located?
Navgaon village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navgaon?
Navgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navgaon?
The pincode of Navgaon is 171102.
What is the population of Navgaon?
Navgaon had a total population of 719, including 371 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Navgaon?
Navgaon had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navgaon was 83.02%. Male literacy was 90.80% and female literacy was 74.84%.