Nawadih - Pipra, Palamu
Nawadih is a village situated in the Pipra subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Saraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawadih village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawadih is 365338. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nawadih village had a total population of 455 people, including 248 males and 207 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.73%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 66.30%.
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 | 455 | 248 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 191 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 57 | 87 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nawadih.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) 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 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nawadih
Where is Nawadih located?
Nawadih village is located in Pipra Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawadih?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawadih is Saraiya.
What is the pincode of Nawadih?
The pincode of Nawadih is 822113.
What is the population of Nawadih?
Nawadih had a total population of 455, including 248 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Nawadih?
Nawadih had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawadih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawadih was 78.73%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 66.30%.