Navalgaon - Chhapara, Seoni
Navalgaon is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Jhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navalgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalgaon is 495944. The village covers a total geographical area of 319.23 hectares and falls under the 480887 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Navalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navalgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Navalgaon village had a total population of 171 people, including 91 males and 80 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.63%, with male literacy at 64.47% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 49 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 42 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Navalgaon
Navalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baksi | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Kenkda | East | 2.07 km |
| Dangawani | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Jhiri | West | 2.77 km |
| Pahadi | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Katori | North-West | 3.64 km |
| Tilbodi | South | 3.66 km |
| Pondi | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Chhindwada | East | 4.38 km |
| Lathgaon | West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navalgaon
Navalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jurtara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Navalgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Navalgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navalgaon
Where is Navalgaon located?
Navalgaon village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navalgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Navalgaon is Jhiri.
What is the pincode of Navalgaon?
The pincode of Navalgaon is 480887.
What is the population of Navalgaon?
Navalgaon had a total population of 171, including 91 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Navalgaon?
Navalgaon had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalgaon was 55.63%. Male literacy was 64.47% and female literacy was 45.45%.