Naugaon - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Naugaon is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bartoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naugaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naugaon is 041302. The village covers a total geographical area of 24.93 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 14 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 50 people, including 24 males and 26 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.96%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 76.92%.
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 | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
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 Gochar to Naugaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Naugaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 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 Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naugaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naugaon is Bartoli.
What is the pincode of Naugaon?
The pincode of Naugaon is 246429.
What is the population of Naugaon?
Naugaon had a total population of 50, including 24 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Naugaon?
Naugaon had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naugaon was 86.96%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 76.92%.