Nawegaon Chak - Pombhurna, Chandrapur
Nawegaon Chak is a village situated in the Pombhurna tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pombhurna and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Navegaon More serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawegaon Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawegaon Chak is 541477. The village covers a total geographical area of 452.6 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Mul is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Nawegaon Chak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawegaon Chak
As per Census 2011, Nawegaon Chak village has a total population of 444 people, consisting of 227 males and 217 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 189 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawegaon Chak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 227 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 91 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 182 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 45 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Nawegaon Chak
Nawegaon Chak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Loni Rith | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Welwa Chak | West | 1.88 km |
| Nawegaon More | East | 2.47 km |
| Selur Chak | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Khapari Rith | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Ashta | West | 3.38 km |
| Dighori | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Chak Khapari | South-East | 3.87 km |
| Chakthane Wasana | South-East | 4.30 km |
| Chak Futana | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawegaon Chak
Nawegaon Chak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kelzar, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.9 km.
| 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 Mul to Nawegaon Chak is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Nawegaon Chak is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawegaon Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawegaon Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawegaon Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawegaon Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawegaon Chak
Where is Nawegaon Chak located?
Nawegaon Chak village is located in Pombhurna Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawegaon Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawegaon Chak is Navegaon More.
What is the pincode of Nawegaon Chak?
The pincode of Nawegaon Chak is 442702.
What is the population of Nawegaon Chak?
Nawegaon Chak has a total population of 444, including 227 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Nawegaon Chak?
There are 110 households in Nawegaon Chak.
What is the literacy rate in Nawegaon Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawegaon Chak is 70.72%. Male literacy is 80.18% and female literacy is 60.83%.