Nau Gaon - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Nau Gaon is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Tharali and around 78 km from Gopeshwar. Kansola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nau Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nau Gaon is 041593. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.83 hectares and falls under the 246455 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nau Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Nau Gaon village had a total population of 52 people, including 23 males and 29 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,261 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.35%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 44.83%.
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 | 52 | 23 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 3 | 16 |
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
Public transport in the Nau Gaon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Nau Gaon.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Nau Gaon is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Nau Gaon is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 >10 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 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 Nau Gaon
Where is Nau Gaon located?
Nau Gaon village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nau Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nau Gaon is Kansola.
What is the pincode of Nau Gaon?
The pincode of Nau Gaon is 246455.
What is the population of Nau Gaon?
Nau Gaon had a total population of 52, including 23 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Nau Gaon?
Nau Gaon had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nau Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nau Gaon was 67.35%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 44.83%.