Nawan - Rajgarh, Churu
Nawan is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Nawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawan is 070252. The village covers a total geographical area of 2308.66 hectares and falls under the 331301 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Nawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawan
As per Census 2011, Nawan village has a total population of 3,929 people, consisting of 2,071 males and 1,858 females. The village has 775 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 520 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,365 literate and 1,564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,357 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,929 | 2,071 | 1,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 520 | 283 | 237 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,357 | 714 | 643 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,365 | 1,452 | 913 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,564 | 619 | 945 |
Nearby Villages of Nawan
Nawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gudan | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Bas Kirtan | North | 3.58 km |
| Bas Lalsingh | West | 3.99 km |
| Bas Govindsingh | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Bhainsali | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Noohand | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Hameerwas Chhota | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Neema | West | 5.92 km |
| Bangarwa | North | 6.10 km |
| Thirpali Chhoti | South | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawan
Nawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bewar Bhojan, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajgarh to Nawan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Nawan is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawan
Where is Nawan located?
Nawan village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawan?
Nawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nawan?
The pincode of Nawan is 331301.
What is the population of Nawan?
Nawan has a total population of 3,929, including 2,071 males and 1,858 females.
How many households are there in Nawan?
There are 775 households in Nawan.
What is the literacy rate in Nawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawan is 60.19%. Male literacy is 70.11% and female literacy is 49.14%.