Nawaja
Nawaja is a village located in Patan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kamargaon is the gram panchayat of Nawaja village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawaja unique in its vibrant Patan-Satara region. You’ll see Nawaja’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nawaja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawaja is 564135. The village spans a total geographical area of 2134.78 hectares. Karad is nearest town to Nawaja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nawaja village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nawaja
Population of Nawaja
According to the 2011 Census, Nawaja has a total population of about 523, with approximately 263 males and 260 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 83 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.16%, with male literacy at about 73.38% and female literacy near 58.85%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawaja's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 523 | 263 | 260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 193 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 70 | 107 |
Connectivity of Nawaja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawaja. As per the 2011 stats, Nawaja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawaja
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawaja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawaja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawaja
- Where is Nawaja located?
- Nawaja village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawaja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawaja is Kamargaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Nawaja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawaja is 523, with 263 males and 260 females.
- How many households are there in Nawaja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawaja village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawaja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawaja is 66.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 58.85%.