Navargaon - Dhanora, Gadchiroli
Navargaon is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Nawargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navargaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navargaon is 538971. The village covers a total geographical area of 1320.08 hectares and falls under the 442606 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Navargaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadchiroli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navargaon
According to the 2011 Census, Navargaon village had a total population of 337 people, including 171 males and 166 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.48%, with male literacy at 92.36% and female literacy at 76.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 337.
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 | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 171 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 133 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 38 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Navargaon
Navargaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shiwagata | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Sode | East | 3.82 km |
| Rotarithi | South | 3.83 km |
| Rajoli | South | 3.97 km |
| Kanharltola | East | 4.06 km |
| Pusawandi | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Gujanwadi | South-West | 5.49 km |
| Lekha | South-East | 5.64 km |
| Dudhamala | South | 5.65 km |
| Masarigata | North-West | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navargaon
Navargaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Wadsa, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Navargaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Navargaon is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navargaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navargaon 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 Navargaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navargaon 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Navargaon
Where is Navargaon located?
Navargaon village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Navargaon is Nawargaon.
What is the pincode of Navargaon?
The pincode of Navargaon is 442606.
What is the population of Navargaon?
Navargaon had a total population of 337, including 171 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Navargaon?
Navargaon had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navargaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navargaon was 84.48%. Male literacy was 92.36% and female literacy was 76.71%.