Navanagar - Guhagar, Ratnagiri
Navanagar is a village situated in the Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guhagar and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Veldur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navanagar is 565353. The village covers a total geographical area of 147 hectares and falls under the 415703 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 55 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 Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Navanagar village had a total population of 1,382 people, including 651 males and 731 females, living in 281 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.21%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 61.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 651 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 893 | 478 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 173 | 316 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhopave | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Veldur | South | 1.70 km |
| Tetale | East | 1.93 km |
| Peth Anjanwel | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Koliwadi Chalkewadi Tarfe Dhopave | East | 2.89 km |
| Bhati | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Gharatwadi Tarf Veldur | South | 3.09 km |
| Navase | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Sakhari Kh. | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Usgaon | North | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navanagar
Navanagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 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 Chiplun to Navanagar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Navanagar is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navanagar
Where is Navanagar located?
Navanagar village is located in Guhagar Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Navanagar is Veldur.
What is the pincode of Navanagar?
The pincode of Navanagar is 415703.
What is the population of Navanagar?
Navanagar had a total population of 1,382, including 651 males and 731 females.
How many households are there in Navanagar?
Navanagar had 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navanagar was 71.21%. Male literacy was 81.85% and female literacy was 61.94%.