Navgaon - Kalyan, Thane
Navgaon is a village situated in the Kalyan tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyan and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Bapsai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navgaon is 552961. The village covers a total geographical area of 389.24 hectares and falls under the 421103 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Navgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navgaon
As per Census 2011, Navgaon village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 214 males and 217 females. The village has 99 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 271 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Navgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 214 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 25 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 153 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 61 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Navgaon
Navgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kelni | East | 1.42 km |
| Bapsai | North | 1.43 km |
| Revati | West | 1.54 km |
| Rohan | South | 1.95 km |
| Goveli | West | 2.16 km |
| Kolimb | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Anakhar | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Pimpaloli | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Vaholi | South-West | 2.74 km |
| Chaure | South-East | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Navgaon
Navgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Titvala, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.1 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 Kalyan to Navgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Navgaon is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Navgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Navgaon
Where is Navgaon located?
Navgaon village is located in Kalyan Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Navgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Navgaon is Bapsai.
What is the pincode of Navgaon?
The pincode of Navgaon is 421103.
What is the population of Navgaon?
Navgaon has a total population of 431, including 214 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Navgaon?
There are 99 households in Navgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Navgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navgaon is 62.88%. Male literacy is 71.50% and female literacy is 54.38%.