Nawalpura - Simalwara, Dungarpur
Nawalpura is a village situated in the Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Simalwara and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Dungarpur. Bhandari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawalpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawalpura is 098291. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.41 hectares and falls under the 314406 pincode. Sagwara is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Nawalpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nawalpura
According to the 2011 Census, Nawalpura village had a total population of 388 people, including 195 males and 193 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.75%, with male literacy at 81.93% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 388 | 195 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 136 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 59 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Nawalpura
Nawalpura 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 Nawalpura
Nawalpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sagwara to Nawalpura is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dungarpur to Nawalpura is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawalpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawalpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nawalpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawalpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nawalpura
Where is Nawalpura located?
Nawalpura village is located in Simalwara Tehsil, Dungarpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nawalpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawalpura is Bhandari.
What is the pincode of Nawalpura?
The pincode of Nawalpura is 314406.
What is the population of Nawalpura?
Nawalpura had a total population of 388, including 195 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Nawalpura?
Nawalpura had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawalpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawalpura was 63.75%. Male literacy was 81.93% and female literacy was 45.45%.