Navagaon
Navagaon is a village located in Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Nawapur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Navagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Navagaon unique in its vibrant Nawapur-Nandurbar region. You’ll see Navagaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Navagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Navagaon is 525832. The village spans a total geographical area of 598 hectares. Nawapur is nearest town to Navagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Navagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Navagaon
Population of Navagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Navagaon has a total population of about 4,585, with approximately 2,276 males and 2,309 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 487 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,309. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.91%, with male literacy at about 56.33% and female literacy near 45.56%. There are around 988 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Navagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,585 | 2,276 | 2,309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 259 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,309 | 2,124 | 2,185 |
| Literate Population | 2,334 | 1,282 | 1,052 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,251 | 994 | 1,257 |
Connectivity of Navagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Navagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Navagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Navagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Navagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Navagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Navagaon
- Where is Navagaon located?
- Navagaon village is situated in Nawapur Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Navagaon?
- Navagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Navagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Navagaon is 4,585, with 2,276 males and 2,309 females.
- How many households are there in Navagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Navagaon village has a total of 988 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Navagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Navagaon is 50.91%. The male literacy rate is 56.33%, while the female literacy rate is 45.56%.