Navegaon - Chamorshi, Gadchiroli
Navegaon is a village situated in the Chamorshi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamorshi and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Ghot serves as the Village Panchayat for Navegaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navegaon is 539398. The village covers a total geographical area of 333.89 hectares and falls under the 442603 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Navegaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Navegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Navegaon village had a total population of 612 people, including 286 males and 326 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 80.63% and female literacy at 64.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 612 | 286 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 204 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 82 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Navegaon
Navegaon 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 Navegaon
Navegaon 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 Gadchiroli to Navegaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navegaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Navegaon
Where is Navegaon located?
Navegaon village is located in Chamorshi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Navegaon?
The Village Panchayat of Navegaon is Ghot.
What is the pincode of Navegaon?
The pincode of Navegaon is 442603.
What is the population of Navegaon?
Navegaon had a total population of 612, including 286 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Navegaon?
Navegaon had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navegaon was 72.00%. Male literacy was 80.63% and female literacy was 64.65%.