Naugain - Dumri, Gumla
Naugain is a village situated in the Dumri subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumre and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Akasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugain is 376172. The village covers a total geographical area of 1029 hectares and falls under the 835207 pincode.
Naugain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naugain
As per Census 2011, Naugain village has a total population of 1,025 people, consisting of 501 males and 524 females. The village has 191 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 153 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 516 literate and 509 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 906 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naugain are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,025 | 501 | 524 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 906 | 444 | 462 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 284 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 509 | 217 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Naugain
Naugain 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 Naugain
Naugain is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Gumla to Naugain is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naugain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naugain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naugain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naugain 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naugain
Where is Naugain located?
Naugain village is located in Dumri Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naugain?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugain is Akasi.
What is the pincode of Naugain?
The pincode of Naugain is 835207.
What is the population of Naugain?
Naugain has a total population of 1,025, including 501 males and 524 females.
How many households are there in Naugain?
There are 191 households in Naugain.
What is the literacy rate in Naugain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugain is 50.34%. Male literacy is 56.69% and female literacy is 44.27%.