Nawagaon
Nawagaon is a village located in Noamundi subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 50km away from sub-district headquarter Noamundi (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter West Singhbhum Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Meghahatuburu North is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawagaon unique in its vibrant Noamundi-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Nawagaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nawagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawagaon is 377914. The village spans a total geographical area of 187.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833192. Noamundi is nearest town to Nawagaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Nawagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nawagaon
Population of Nawagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon has a total population of about 297, with approximately 149 males and 148 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 279. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.80%, with male literacy at about 60.40% and female literacy near 33.11%. There are around 61 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 139 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 90 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 59 | 99 |
Connectivity of Nawagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Nawagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawagaon
- Where is Nawagaon located?
- Nawagaon village is situated in Noamundi Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawagaon is Meghahatuburu North (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
- The pincode of Nawagaon is 833192, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawagaon is 297, with 149 males and 148 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village has a total of 61 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagaon is 46.80%. The male literacy rate is 60.40%, while the female literacy rate is 33.11%.