Nawatand - Tundi, Dhanbad
Nawatand is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Machiyara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawatand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawatand is 361045. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Nawatand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawatand
According to the 2011 Census, Nawatand village had a total population of 246 people, including 126 males and 120 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.81%, with male literacy at 72.22% and female literacy at 46.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 78 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 48 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Nawatand
Nawatand 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 Nawatand
Nawatand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Nawatand is about 39 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 Nawatand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawatand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawatand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawatand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nawatand
Where is Nawatand located?
Nawatand village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawatand?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawatand is Machiyara.
What is the pincode of Nawatand?
The pincode of Nawatand is 828142.
What is the population of Nawatand?
Nawatand had a total population of 246, including 126 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Nawatand?
Nawatand had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawatand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawatand was 59.81%. Male literacy was 72.22% and female literacy was 46.53%.