Navalihal - Kagwad, Belagavi
Navalihal is a village situated in the Kagwad taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from Athani and around 154 km from Belgaum. Kempawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navalihal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalihal is 597290. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.75 hectares and falls under the 591234 pincode. Athani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Navalihal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kagwad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navalihal
According to the 2011 Census, Navalihal village had a total population of 1,752 people, including 881 males and 871 females, living in 377 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.74%, with male literacy at 87.62% and female literacy at 59.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,752 | 881 | 871 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 130 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 106 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,098 | 658 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 223 | 431 |
Nearby Villages of Navalihal
Navalihal 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 Navalihal
Navalihal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Navalihal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athani to Navalihal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Navalihal is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalihal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalihal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navalihal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalihal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navalihal
Where is Navalihal located?
Navalihal village is located in Kagwad Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navalihal?
The Gram Panchayat of Navalihal is Kempawad.
What is the pincode of Navalihal?
The pincode of Navalihal is 591234.
What is the population of Navalihal?
Navalihal had a total population of 1,752, including 881 males and 871 females.
How many households are there in Navalihal?
Navalihal had 377 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navalihal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalihal was 73.74%. Male literacy was 87.62% and female literacy was 59.62%.