Nagwan - Gawan, Giridih
Nagwan is a village situated in the Gawan subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gawan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Nagwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagwan is 350272. The village covers a total geographical area of 153.23 hectares and falls under the 815313 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Nagwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagwan
As per Census 2011, Nagwan village has a total population of 4,358 people, consisting of 2,231 males and 2,127 females. The village has 652 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 773 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,459 literate and 1,899 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,358 | 2,231 | 2,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 392 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 163 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,511 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,899 | 720 | 1,179 |
Nearby Villages of Nagwan
Nagwan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sitochak | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Kumhaina | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Tikuli | East | 1.16 km |
| Koni | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Gounrha | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Patna | South | 1.72 km |
| Badidih | South | 1.74 km |
| Darbedih | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Kakmari | North | 1.97 km |
| Kanhaiyamaran | North | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagwan
Nagwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Yadudih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Giridih to Nagwan is about 85 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 Nagwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nagwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nagwan
Where is Nagwan located?
Nagwan village is located in Gawan Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagwan?
Nagwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagwan?
The pincode of Nagwan is 815313.
What is the population of Nagwan?
Nagwan has a total population of 4,358, including 2,231 males and 2,127 females.
How many households are there in Nagwan?
There are 652 households in Nagwan.
What is the literacy rate in Nagwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagwan is 56.42%. Male literacy is 67.73% and female literacy is 44.57%.