Navalgi - Rabakavi Banahatti, Bagalkote
Navalgi is a village situated in the Rabakavi Banahatti taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Jamkhandi and around 80 km from Bagalkot. Navalagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navalgi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalgi is 598423. The village covers a total geographical area of 2650.81 hectares and falls under the 587311 pincode. Banahatti is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Navalgi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Terdal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navalgi
As per Census 2011, Navalgi village has a total population of 7,875 people, consisting of 3,924 males and 3,951 females. The village has 1,480 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,908 literate and 3,967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,689 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 516 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navalgi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,875 | 3,924 | 3,951 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,292 | 655 | 637 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,689 | 793 | 896 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 516 | 251 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 3,908 | 2,231 | 1,677 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,967 | 1,693 | 2,274 |
Nearby Villages of Navalgi
Navalgi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jagadal | West | 3.52 km |
| Bandigani | North | 4.72 km |
| Kalhalli | East | 4.82 km |
| Banhatti (rural) | West | 5.35 km |
| Yallatti | North | 5.83 km |
| Kulali | South-East | 6.88 km |
| Mugalkhod | South | 7.03 km |
| Madarkhandi | North-East | 7.34 km |
| Belagali | South-West | 7.95 km |
| Kulhalli | North | 8.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navalgi
Navalgi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchli, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Banahatti to Navalgi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Navalgi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalgi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalgi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navalgi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalgi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navalgi
Where is Navalgi located?
Navalgi village is located in Rabakavi Banahatti Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navalgi?
The Gram Panchayat of Navalgi is Navalagi.
What is the pincode of Navalgi?
The pincode of Navalgi is 587311.
What is the population of Navalgi?
Navalgi has a total population of 7,875, including 3,924 males and 3,951 females.
How many households are there in Navalgi?
There are 1,480 households in Navalgi.
What is the literacy rate in Navalgi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalgi is 49.63%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 42.44%.