Navanagar - Shahade, Nandurbar
Navanagar is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Navangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navanagar is 525522. The village covers a total geographical area of 513.89 hectares and falls under the 425444 pincode. Shahade is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Navanagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navanagar
As per Census 2011, Navanagar village has a total population of 2,165 people, consisting of 1,076 males and 1,089 females. The village has 380 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 396 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,084 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,983 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navanagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,165 | 1,076 | 1,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 196 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,983 | 986 | 997 |
| Literate Population | 1,084 | 605 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 471 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Navanagar
Navanagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mendrana | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Javade.ta.ha | West | 2.03 km |
| Vadgaon | South | 2.82 km |
| Titari | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Jam | West | 3.61 km |
| Baljhiri | East | 3.99 km |
| Wagharde | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Kansul | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Ozarte | West | 4.56 km |
| Dharadgaon | North-East | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navanagar
Public transport in the Navanagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.4 km.
| 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 Shahade to Navanagar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Navanagar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Navanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navanagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navanagar
Where is Navanagar located?
Navanagar village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Navanagar is Navangar.
What is the pincode of Navanagar?
The pincode of Navanagar is 425444.
What is the population of Navanagar?
Navanagar has a total population of 2,165, including 1,076 males and 1,089 females.
How many households are there in Navanagar?
There are 380 households in Navanagar.
What is the literacy rate in Navanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navanagar is 50.07%. Male literacy is 56.23% and female literacy is 43.99%.