Naugaon - Jainti, Almora
Naugaon is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sainauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugaon is 053520. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.39 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Naugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Naugaon
According to the 2011 Census, Naugaon village had a total population of 145 people, including 70 males and 75 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 51.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 11 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 46 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 24 | 45 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naugaon
Where is Naugaon located?
Naugaon village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugaon is Sainauli.
What is the pincode of Naugaon?
The pincode of Naugaon is 263626.
What is the population of Naugaon?
Naugaon had a total population of 145, including 70 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Naugaon?
Naugaon had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugaon was 66.67%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 51.72%.