Naganwat Chhoti - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Naganwat Chhoti is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Naganwat Badi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naganwat Chhoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naganwat Chhoti is 504465. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.4 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Naganwat Chhoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naganwat Chhoti
According to the 2011 Census, Naganwat Chhoti village had a total population of 563 people, including 282 males and 281 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.39%, with male literacy at 33.84% and female literacy at 19.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 562.
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 | 563 | 282 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 84 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 281 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 67 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 215 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Naganwat Chhoti
Naganwat Chhoti 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 Naganwat Chhoti
Naganwat Chhoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naganwat Chhoti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Meghnagar to Naganwat Chhoti is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Naganwat Chhoti is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naganwat Chhoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naganwat Chhoti 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 Naganwat Chhoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naganwat Chhoti 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 Naganwat Chhoti
Where is Naganwat Chhoti located?
Naganwat Chhoti village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naganwat Chhoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Naganwat Chhoti is Naganwat Badi.
What is the pincode of Naganwat Chhoti?
The pincode of Naganwat Chhoti is 457779.
What is the population of Naganwat Chhoti?
Naganwat Chhoti had a total population of 563, including 282 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Naganwat Chhoti?
Naganwat Chhoti had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naganwat Chhoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naganwat Chhoti was 26.39%. Male literacy was 33.84% and female literacy was 19.53%.