Naugai - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Naugai is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Dhanpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugai is 502232. The village covers a total geographical area of 559.07 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Naugai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naugai
According to the 2011 Census, Naugai village had a total population of 808 people, including 402 males and 406 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.10%, with male literacy at 74.30% and female literacy at 44.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 768.
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 | 808 | 402 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 79 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 768 | 379 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 240 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 162 | 263 |
Nearby Villages of Naugai
Naugai 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 Naugai
Naugai 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anuppur to Naugai is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naugai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naugai 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 Naugai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naugai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naugai
Where is Naugai located?
Naugai village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naugai?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugai is Dhanpuri.
What is the pincode of Naugai?
The pincode of Naugai is 484881.
What is the population of Naugai?
Naugai had a total population of 808, including 402 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Naugai?
Naugai had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugai was 59.10%. Male literacy was 74.30% and female literacy was 44.00%.