Naugaon Village - Ranikhet, Almora
Naugaon is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Naugaon-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugaon is 052313. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.49 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Naugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naugaon
As per Census 2011, Naugaon village has a total population of 139 people, consisting of 60 males and 79 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,316 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 55 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naugaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 139 | 60 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 17 | 38 |
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
Naugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Naugaon is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Naugaon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Naugaon
Where is Naugaon located?
Naugaon village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugaon is Naugaon-i.
What is the pincode of Naugaon?
The pincode of Naugaon is 263652.
What is the population of Naugaon?
Naugaon has a total population of 139, including 60 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Naugaon?
There are 42 households in Naugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Naugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugaon is 60.43%. Male literacy is 71.67% and female literacy is 51.90%.