Watvi (Navagav Man) - Nawapur, Nandurbar
Watvi (Navagav Man) is a village situated in the Nawapur tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Watavi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watvi (Navagav Man) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watvi (Navagav Man) is 525843. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 425416 pincode. Nawapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Watvi (Navagav Man) 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 Watvi (Navagav Man)
As per Census 2011, Watvi (Navagav Man) village has a total population of 1,116 people, consisting of 562 males and 554 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 669 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,116 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watvi (Navagav Man) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 562 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,116 | 562 | 554 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 261 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 669 | 301 | 368 |
Nearby Villages of Watvi (Navagav Man)
Watvi (Navagav Man) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pachamba | East | 2.09 km |
| Karanjvel | North | 2.19 km |
| Navagaon | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Amlan | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Umaran | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Mentalav | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Bilipada | East | 4.75 km |
| Cheda | East | 4.89 km |
| Pangaran | South | 4.90 km |
| Bandhare | North-East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watvi (Navagav Man)
Watvi (Navagav Man) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kolda, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 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 Watvi (Navagav Man) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Watvi (Navagav Man) 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 Watvi (Navagav Man)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watvi (Navagav Man) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watvi (Navagav Man)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watvi (Navagav Man) 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watvi (Navagav Man)
Where is Watvi (Navagav Man) located?
Watvi (Navagav Man) village is located in Nawapur Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watvi (Navagav Man)?
The Gram Panchayat of Watvi (Navagav Man) is Watavi.
What is the pincode of Watvi (Navagav Man)?
The pincode of Watvi (Navagav Man) is 425416.
What is the population of Watvi (Navagav Man)?
Watvi (Navagav Man) has a total population of 1,116, including 562 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Watvi (Navagav Man)?
There are 231 households in Watvi (Navagav Man).
What is the literacy rate in Watvi (Navagav Man)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watvi (Navagav Man) is 40.05%. Male literacy is 46.44% and female literacy is 33.57%.