Nawalgaon - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Nawalgaon is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Navalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawalgaon is 505947. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.22 hectares and falls under the 450114 pincode. Omkareshwar is the nearest town.
Nawalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nawalgaon village had a total population of 1,440 people, including 741 males and 699 females, living in 313 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.60%, with male literacy at 67.61% and female literacy at 36.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 1,440 | 741 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 139 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 606 | 407 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 334 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Nawalgaon
Nawalgaon 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 Nawalgaon
Nawalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khandwa to Nawalgaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawalgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawalgaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawalgaon
Where is Nawalgaon located?
Nawalgaon village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawalgaon is Navalgaon.
What is the pincode of Nawalgaon?
The pincode of Nawalgaon is 450114.
What is the population of Nawalgaon?
Nawalgaon had a total population of 1,440, including 741 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Nawalgaon?
Nawalgaon had 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawalgaon was 52.60%. Male literacy was 67.61% and female literacy was 36.18%.