Navhi - Baihar, Balaghat
Navhi is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Navhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navhi is 498033. The village covers a total geographical area of 545.03 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Malajkhand is the nearest town.
Navhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navhi
As per Census 2011, Navhi village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 291 males and 286 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 90 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 264 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 532 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 577 | 291 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 532 | 268 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 157 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 134 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Navhi
Navhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalda | South | 3.26 km |
| Mandwa | West | 3.31 km |
| Limoti | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Deodongri | East | 5.90 km |
| Korejhiri | South-West | 6.47 km |
| Pathari | East | 6.95 km |
| Ganjaisarra | South-East | 7.58 km |
| Kandai | North-East | 7.84 km |
| Kinarda | North | 7.96 km |
| Madi | South | 8.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navhi
Navhi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Balaghat Junction, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Balaghat to Navhi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Navhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navhi
Where is Navhi located?
Navhi village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navhi?
Navhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navhi?
The pincode of Navhi is 481111.
What is the population of Navhi?
Navhi has a total population of 577, including 291 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Navhi?
There are 118 households in Navhi.
What is the literacy rate in Navhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navhi is 45.75%. Male literacy is 53.95% and female literacy is 37.41%.