Nagawa Kalan - Colonelganj, Gonda
Nagawa Kalan is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Nagawa Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagawa Kalan is 174857. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.56 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Colonelganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nagawa Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nagawa Kalan
As per Census 2011, Nagawa Kalan village has a total population of 2,623 people, consisting of 1,378 males and 1,245 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 1,275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagawa Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,623 | 1,378 | 1,245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 261 | 219 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 842 | 506 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,275 | 536 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Nagawa Kalan
Nagawa Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipri | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Rewari | North | 1.37 km |
| Sonwar | East | 1.92 km |
| Narayanpur Majha | West | 2.05 km |
| Beerpur Belpur | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Tikauli | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Hirapur Kamiyar | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Dhamsara | North | 2.91 km |
| Barawaliya Tallukdari | East | 3.00 km |
| Nahawa Parsaura | East | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nagawa Kalan
Nagawa Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Colonelganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colonelganj to Nagawa Kalan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Nagawa Kalan is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagawa Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagawa Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagawa Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagawa Kalan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nagawa Kalan
Where is Nagawa Kalan located?
Nagawa Kalan village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagawa Kalan?
Nagawa Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nagawa Kalan?
The pincode of Nagawa Kalan is 271502.
What is the population of Nagawa Kalan?
Nagawa Kalan has a total population of 2,623, including 1,378 males and 1,245 females.
How many households are there in Nagawa Kalan?
There are 447 households in Nagawa Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Nagawa Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagawa Kalan is 51.39%. Male literacy is 61.10% and female literacy is 40.64%.