Newada - Chunar, Mirzapur
Newada is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Shreepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Newada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Newada is 212616. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.21 hectares and falls under the 231301 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Newada 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 Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Newada
According to the 2011 Census, Newada village had a total population of 618 people, including 316 males and 302 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.75%, with male literacy at 89.93% and female literacy at 70.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 206, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 618 | 316 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 113 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 250 | 178 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 66 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Newada
Newada 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 Newada
Newada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Newada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Varanasi to Newada is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Newada is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Newada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Newada 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Newada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Newada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Newada
Where is Newada located?
Newada village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Newada?
The Gram Panchayat of Newada is Shreepur.
What is the pincode of Newada?
The pincode of Newada is 231301.
What is the population of Newada?
Newada had a total population of 618, including 316 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Newada?
Newada had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Newada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Newada was 80.75%. Male literacy was 89.93% and female literacy was 70.63%.