Naugaon - Bhanoli, Almora
Naugaon is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nau Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugaon is 053704. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.18 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Naugaon 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 Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Naugaon village had a total population of 631 people, including 291 males and 340 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,168 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.95%, with male literacy at 85.54% and female literacy at 54.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 631 | 291 | 340 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 213 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 78 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Naugaon
Naugaon 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 Naugaon
Public transport in the Naugaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Naugaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naugaon
Where is Naugaon located?
Naugaon village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugaon is Nau Gaon.
What is the pincode of Naugaon?
The pincode of Naugaon is 263622.
What is the population of Naugaon?
Naugaon had a total population of 631, including 291 males and 340 females.
How many households are there in Naugaon?
Naugaon had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugaon was 68.95%. Male literacy was 85.54% and female literacy was 54.79%.