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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Nawapada village has a total population of 3,300 people, consisting of 1,740 males and 1,560 females. The village has 612 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,083 literate and 1,217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawapada are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Nawapada?
Nawapada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawapada?
The pincode of Nawapada is 424304.
What is the population of Nawapada?
Nawapada has a total population of 3,300, including 1,740 males and 1,560 females.
How many households are there in Nawapada?
There are 612 households in Nawapada.
What is the literacy rate in Nawapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawapada is 63.12%. Male literacy is 73.51% and female literacy is 51.54%.