Nagwara - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Nagwara is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Nagwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagwara is 490663. The village covers a total geographical area of 769.1 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nagwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagwara
As per Census 2011, Nagwara village has a total population of 1,589 people, consisting of 822 males and 767 females. The village has 370 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 226 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 971 literate and 618 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 723 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagwara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,589 | 822 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 114 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 63 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 364 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 971 | 570 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 618 | 252 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Nagwara
Nagwara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Boriya | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Jhiri Kalan | West | 2.69 km |
| Katkuhi | South | 3.01 km |
| Madanpur | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Kohka | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Gubariya | East | 3.35 km |
| Ninai(b) | South | 3.81 km |
| Kaisli | North-West | 3.91 km |
| Mawai(b) | North-East | 4.41 km |
| Pachama | North | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagwara
Nagwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Nagwara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Nagwara 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 Nagwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nagwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagwara 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 Nagwara
Where is Nagwara located?
Nagwara village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagwara?
Nagwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagwara?
The pincode of Nagwara is 487118.
What is the population of Nagwara?
Nagwara has a total population of 1,589, including 822 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Nagwara?
There are 370 households in Nagwara.
What is the literacy rate in Nagwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagwara is 61.11%. Male literacy is 69.34% and female literacy is 52.28%.