Nawegaon - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Nawegaon is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Welgur S. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawegaon is 539823. The village covers a total geographical area of 445.27 hectares and falls under the 442703 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Nawegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawegaon
As per Census 2011, Nawegaon village has a total population of 1,902 people, consisting of 989 males and 913 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,151 literate and 751 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawegaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,902 | 989 | 913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 111 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 1,151 | 656 | 495 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 333 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Nawegaon
Nawegaon 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 Nawegaon
Nawegaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ballarpur to Nawegaon is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Nawegaon is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nawegaon
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nawegaon
Where is Nawegaon located?
Nawegaon village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawegaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawegaon is Welgur S..
What is the pincode of Nawegaon?
The pincode of Nawegaon is 442703.
What is the population of Nawegaon?
Nawegaon has a total population of 1,902, including 989 males and 913 females.
How many households are there in Nawegaon?
There are 475 households in Nawegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nawegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawegaon is 60.52%. Male literacy is 66.33% and female literacy is 54.22%.