Navalgaon - Mohkhed, Chhindwara
Navalgaon is a village situated in the Mohkhed tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohkhed and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Navalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalgaon is 495176. The village covers a total geographical area of 248 hectares and falls under the 480107 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Navalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Navalgaon village had a total population of 566 people, including 269 males and 297 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 64.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 566 | 269 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 188 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 81 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Navalgaon
Navalgaon 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 Navalgaon
Navalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Navalgaon is about 35 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 Navalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Navalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navalgaon
Where is Navalgaon located?
Navalgaon village is located in Mohkhed Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navalgaon?
Navalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navalgaon?
The pincode of Navalgaon is 480107.
What is the population of Navalgaon?
Navalgaon had a total population of 566, including 269 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Navalgaon?
Navalgaon had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalgaon was 72.95%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 64.62%.