Nawadih - Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha*, Palamu
Nawadih is a village situated in the Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chhatarpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Medninagar. Laxmipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawadih is 365577. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.14 hectares and falls under the 822113 pincode.
Nawadih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawadih
As per Census 2011, Nawadih village has a total population of 838 people, consisting of 419 males and 419 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 124 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 393 literate and 445 illiterate residents. Additionally, 293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawadih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 838 | 419 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 293 | 141 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 245 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 174 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Nawadih
Nawadih 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 Nawadih
Nawadih 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 Medninagar to Nawadih is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawadih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawadih village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nawadih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawadih village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawadih
Where is Nawadih located?
Nawadih village is located in Nawadiha Bazar/Nawadiha* Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawadih is Laxmipur.
What is the pincode of Nawadih?
The pincode of Nawadih is 822113.
What is the population of Nawadih?
Nawadih has a total population of 838, including 419 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Nawadih?
There are 217 households in Nawadih.
What is the literacy rate in Nawadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawadih is 46.90%. Male literacy is 58.47% and female literacy is 35.32%.