Naigawan - Rithi, Katni
Naigawan is a village situated in the Rithi tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rithi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Naigavan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naigawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naigawan is 488202. The village covers a total geographical area of 374.44 hectares and falls under the 483990 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Naigawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naigawan
According to the 2011 Census, Naigawan village had a total population of 490 people, including 256 males and 234 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.58%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 41.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
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 | 490 | 256 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 253 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 141 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 115 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Naigawan
Naigawan 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 Naigawan
Naigawan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katni to Naigawan is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naigawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naigawan 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 Naigawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naigawan 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 Naigawan
Where is Naigawan located?
Naigawan village is located in Rithi Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naigawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naigawan is Naigavan.
What is the pincode of Naigawan?
The pincode of Naigawan is 483990.
What is the population of Naigawan?
Naigawan had a total population of 490, including 256 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Naigawan?
Naigawan had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naigawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naigawan was 55.58%. Male literacy was 69.12% and female literacy was 41.05%.