Navalgarh - Balesar, Jodhpur
Navalgarh is a village situated in the Balesar tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 75 km from Shergarh and around 94 km from Jodhpur. Bastawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Navalgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Navalgarh is 085336. The village covers a total geographical area of 538 hectares and falls under the 342023 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Navalgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shergarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jodhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Navalgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Navalgarh village had a total population of 421 people, including 221 males and 200 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.07%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 33.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 35.
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 | 421 | 221 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 47 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 60 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 138 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 83 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Navalgarh
Navalgarh 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 Navalgarh
Public transport in the Navalgarh is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Jodhpur to Navalgarh is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Navalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Navalgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Navalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Navalgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Navalgarh
Where is Navalgarh located?
Navalgarh village is located in Balesar Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Navalgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Navalgarh is Bastawa.
What is the pincode of Navalgarh?
The pincode of Navalgarh is 342023.
What is the population of Navalgarh?
Navalgarh had a total population of 421, including 221 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Navalgarh?
Navalgarh had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Navalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Navalgarh was 58.07%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 33.11%.