Nawapada - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Nawapada is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Navapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawapada is 525121. The village covers a total geographical area of 202.42 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Akkalkuwa 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 1,359 people, consisting of 687 males and 672 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 884 literate and 475 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,359 | 687 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 105 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,337 | 671 | 666 |
| Literate Population | 884 | 495 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 192 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Nawapada
Nawapada 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 Nawapada
Nawapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nawapada is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Nawapada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nawapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawapada 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 Nawapada
Where is Nawapada located?
Nawapada village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawapada is Navapada.
What is the pincode of Nawapada?
The pincode of Nawapada is 425419.
What is the population of Nawapada?
Nawapada has a total population of 1,359, including 687 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Nawapada?
There are 294 households in Nawapada.
What is the literacy rate in Nawapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawapada is 65.05%. Male literacy is 72.05% and female literacy is 57.89%.