Naygaon - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Naygaon is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from Jamkhed and around 95 km from Ahmadnagar. Naygaon village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naygaon is 558676. The village covers a total geographical area of 1734 hectares and falls under the 413201 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Naygaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naygaon
According to the 2011 Census, Naygaon village had a total population of 2,140 people, including 1,105 males and 1,035 females, living in 444 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.90%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 55.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 403, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 2,140 | 1,105 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 143 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 214 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,280 | 768 | 512 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 337 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Naygaon
Naygaon 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 Naygaon
Public transport in the Naygaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Naygaon is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naygaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naygaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naygaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naygaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naygaon
Where is Naygaon located?
Naygaon village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Naygaon?
Naygaon is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naygaon?
The pincode of Naygaon is 413201.
What is the population of Naygaon?
Naygaon had a total population of 2,140, including 1,105 males and 1,035 females.
How many households are there in Naygaon?
Naygaon had 444 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naygaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naygaon was 67.90%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 55.47%.