Nawapada - Sakri, Dhule
Nawapada is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Nawapada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawapada is 526264. The village covers a total geographical area of 509 hectares and falls under the 424304 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nawapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawapada
According to the 2011 Census, Nawapada village had a total population of 3,300 people, including 1,740 males and 1,560 females, living in 612 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.95%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 58.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,288.
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 | 3,300 | 1,740 | 1,560 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,288 | 1,732 | 1,556 |
| Literate Population | 2,083 | 1,279 | 804 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,217 | 461 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Nawapada
Nawapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ranjangaon | North | 2.79 km |
| Bramhanwel | East | 3.13 km |
| Devjipada | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Mavajipada | West | 3.20 km |
| Basar | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Nagaziri | South | 3.46 km |
| Vihirgaon | South-East | 4.21 km |
| Bhortek | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Amkhel | East | 4.50 km |
| Zirani | South-East | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawapada
The nearest railway station is Khandbaara, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandurbar to Nawapada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Nawapada is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Nawapada
Where is Nawapada located?
Nawapada village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nawapada?
Nawapada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawapada?
The pincode of Nawapada is 424304.
What is the population of Nawapada?
Nawapada had a total population of 3,300, including 1,740 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Nawapada?
Nawapada had 612 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawapada was 70.95%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 58.47%.