Nawa Pada - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Nawa Pada is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Gadwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawa Pada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawa Pada is 504528. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.55 hectares and falls under the 457779 pincode. Meghnagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nawa Pada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawa Pada
According to the 2011 Census, Nawa Pada village had a total population of 441 people, including 226 males and 215 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.07%, with male literacy at 22.02% and female literacy at 20.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 438.
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 | 441 | 226 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 224 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 189 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Nawa Pada
Nawa Pada 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 Nawa Pada
Nawa Pada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nawa Pada.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Meghnagar to Nawa Pada is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Nawa Pada is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawa Pada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawa Pada 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 Nawa Pada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawa Pada 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 Nawa Pada
Where is Nawa Pada located?
Nawa Pada village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawa Pada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawa Pada is Gadwada.
What is the pincode of Nawa Pada?
The pincode of Nawa Pada is 457779.
What is the population of Nawa Pada?
Nawa Pada had a total population of 441, including 226 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Nawa Pada?
Nawa Pada had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawa Pada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawa Pada was 21.07%. Male literacy was 22.02% and female literacy was 20.12%.