Navagaon - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Navagaon is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Navagaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navagaon is 525832. The village covers a total geographical area of 598 hectares and falls under the 425418 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Navagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nawapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navagaon
As per Census 2011, Navagaon village has a total population of 4,585 people, consisting of 2,276 males and 2,309 females. The village has 988 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 487 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,334 literate and 2,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navagaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Navagaon
Navagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjvel | West | 2.43 km |
| Pachamba | South | 2.52 km |
| Watvi (navagav Man) | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bandhare | East | 2.75 km |
| Bilipada | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Umaran | South | 3.88 km |
| Chikhali | East | 4.21 km |
| Cheda | South-East | 4.50 km |
| Bilbare | East | 4.64 km |
| Mentalav | South | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navagaon
Navagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinchpada, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nawapur to Navagaon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Navagaon is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Navagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navagaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navagaon
Where is Navagaon located?
Navagaon village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navagaon?
Navagaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Navagaon?
The pincode of Navagaon is 425418.
What is the population of Navagaon?
Navagaon has a total population of 4,585, including 2,276 males and 2,309 females.
How many households are there in Navagaon?
There are 988 households in Navagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Navagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navagaon is 50.91%. Male literacy is 56.33% and female literacy is 45.56%.