Nawagaon - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Nawagaon is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Porambi serves as the Village Panchayat for Nawagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawagaon is 525126. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.66 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Nawagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagaon village had a total population of 296 people, including 136 males and 160 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.36%, with male literacy at 68.55% and female literacy at 58.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
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 | 296 | 136 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 12 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 136 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 51 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Nawagaon
Nawagaon 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 Nawagaon
Nawagaon 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 Talode to Nawagaon is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Nawagaon is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawagaon
Where is Nawagaon located?
Nawagaon village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Nawagaon?
The Village Panchayat of Nawagaon is Porambi.
What is the pincode of Nawagaon?
The pincode of Nawagaon is 425419.
What is the population of Nawagaon?
Nawagaon had a total population of 296, including 136 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Nawagaon?
Nawagaon had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawagaon was 63.36%. Male literacy was 68.55% and female literacy was 58.70%.