Naigaon - Darwha, Yavatmal
Naigaon is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Naygaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Naigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naigaon is 542603. The village covers a total geographical area of 758.13 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Naigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Naigaon village had a total population of 1,414 people, including 729 males and 685 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.58%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 66.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 1,414 | 729 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 90 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 543 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 473 | 186 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Naigaon
Naigaon 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 Naigaon
Naigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Darwha to Naigaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Naigaon is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naigaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Naigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naigaon 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naigaon
Where is Naigaon located?
Naigaon village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Naigaon?
The Village Panchayat of Naigaon is Naygaon.
What is the pincode of Naigaon?
The pincode of Naigaon is 445202.
What is the population of Naigaon?
Naigaon had a total population of 1,414, including 729 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Naigaon?
Naigaon had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naigaon was 75.58%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 66.11%.