Naugawan - Naraini, Banda
Naugawan is a village situated in the Naraini tehsil of Banda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naraini and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Banda. Naugawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugawan is 155393. The village covers a total geographical area of 1539.95 hectares and falls under the 210129 pincode. Naraini is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Naugawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Naraini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naugawan
According to the 2011 Census, Naugawan village had a total population of 3,523 people, including 1,915 males and 1,608 females, living in 649 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.25%, with male literacy at 62.75% and female literacy at 41.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 625.
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 | 3,523 | 1,915 | 1,608 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 614 | 334 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 348 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,549 | 992 | 557 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,974 | 923 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Naugawan
Naugawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Murdi | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Lama Khutila | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Gahabara | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Divali | North-East | 3.40 km |
| Nibi | South | 3.42 km |
| Mungaura | North | 3.60 km |
| Birauna | South | 3.84 km |
| Motiyari | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Kharaunch | West | 4.34 km |
| Kulsari | East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naugawan
Naugawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badausa, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naraini to Naugawan is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Banda to Naugawan is about 50 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 Naugawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naugawan 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 Naugawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naugawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naugawan
Where is Naugawan located?
Naugawan village is located in Naraini Tehsil, Banda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naugawan?
Naugawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naugawan?
The pincode of Naugawan is 210129.
What is the population of Naugawan?
Naugawan had a total population of 3,523, including 1,915 males and 1,608 females.
How many households are there in Naugawan?
Naugawan had 649 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugawan was 53.25%. Male literacy was 62.75% and female literacy was 41.94%.