Nougawan - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Nougawan is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Nogawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nougawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nougawan is 502125. The village covers a total geographical area of 987.26 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Nougawan 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 Nougawan
According to the 2011 Census, Nougawan village had a total population of 1,728 people, including 816 males and 912 females, living in 401 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.76%, with male literacy at 59.52% and female literacy at 44.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 549, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,039.
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 | 1,728 | 816 | 912 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 112 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 271 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,039 | 478 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 764 | 419 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 964 | 397 | 567 |
Nearby Villages of Nougawan
Nougawan 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 Nougawan
Nougawan 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 5-10 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 Nougawan is about 33 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 Nougawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nougawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nougawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nougawan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nougawan
Where is Nougawan located?
Nougawan village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nougawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nougawan is Nogawan.
What is the pincode of Nougawan?
The pincode of Nougawan is 484881.
What is the population of Nougawan?
Nougawan had a total population of 1,728, including 816 males and 912 females.
How many households are there in Nougawan?
Nougawan had 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nougawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nougawan was 51.76%. Male literacy was 59.52% and female literacy was 44.69%.