Navnath - Dahanu, Palghar
Navnath is a village situated in the Dahanu tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Dahanu and around 98 km from Thane. Ganjad Gr. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navnath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navnath is 551684. The village covers a total geographical area of 548.46 hectares and falls under the 401602 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Navnath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palghar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Navnath
As per Census 2011, Navnath village has a total population of 1,751 people, consisting of 821 males and 930 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 1,251 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,522 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navnath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,751 | 821 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 159 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,522 | 697 | 825 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 320 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,251 | 501 | 750 |
Nearby Villages of Navnath
Navnath 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 Navnath
Public transport in the Navnath is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dahanu to Navnath is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Navnath is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navnath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navnath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Navnath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navnath 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Navnath
Where is Navnath located?
Navnath village is located in Dahanu Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navnath?
The Gram Panchayat of Navnath is Ganjad Gr..
What is the pincode of Navnath?
The pincode of Navnath is 401602.
What is the population of Navnath?
Navnath has a total population of 1,751, including 821 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Navnath?
There are 354 households in Navnath.
What is the literacy rate in Navnath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navnath is 28.56%. Male literacy is 38.98% and female literacy is 19.35%.