Nau Gaon - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Nau Gaon is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from Bageshwar and around 26 km from Bageshwar. Naugaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nau Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nau Gaon is 051105. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.11 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Nau Gaon 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nau Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nau Gaon village had a total population of 251 people, including 119 males and 132 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.80%, with male literacy at 93.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111.
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 | 251 | 119 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 93 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 26 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Nau Gaon
Nau Gaon 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 Nau Gaon
Nau Gaon 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 <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 Bageshwar to Nau Gaon is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nau Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nau Gaon 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 Nau Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nau Gaon 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 Nau Gaon
Where is Nau Gaon located?
Nau Gaon village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nau Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nau Gaon is Naugaon.
What is the pincode of Nau Gaon?
The pincode of Nau Gaon is 263634.
What is the population of Nau Gaon?
Nau Gaon had a total population of 251, including 119 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Nau Gaon?
Nau Gaon had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nau Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nau Gaon was 78.80%. Male literacy was 93.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.