Newari - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Newari is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Newari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newari is 503359. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.2 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Newari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Newari
As per Census 2011, Newari village has a total population of 1,499 people, consisting of 791 males and 708 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 843 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 813 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Newari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,499 | 791 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 161 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 813 | 426 | 387 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 416 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 843 | 375 | 468 |
Nearby Villages of Newari
Newari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalhawa (kathahawa) | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Ledpurwa | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Kulakwar | South | 2.72 km |
| Khamhardih | West | 3.50 km |
| Dipwa | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Chhataini | South | 3.99 km |
| Bachhnar (bagdara) | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Baheri | South-West | 5.37 km |
| Kamrauha | South-East | 5.50 km |
| Rehi | South-East | 5.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Newari
Newari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.2 km.
| 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 Singrauli to Newari is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newari 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 Newari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newari 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 Newari
Where is Newari located?
Newari village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Newari?
Newari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Newari?
The pincode of Newari is 486882.
What is the population of Newari?
Newari has a total population of 1,499, including 791 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Newari?
There are 332 households in Newari.
What is the literacy rate in Newari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newari is 43.76%. Male literacy is 52.59% and female literacy is 33.90%.