Navgaon
Navgaon is a village located in Vikasnagar tehsil of Dehradun district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Vikasnagar (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Dehradun. As per 2009 stats, Nauganva is the gram panchayat of Navgaon village.
Navgaon has its own place in the vibrant Dehradun region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Navgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Navgaon is 045054. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 248197. Dehradun is nearest town to Navgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Navgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sahaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Navgaon
Population of Navgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Navgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 655 | 340 | 315 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 69 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 509 | 277 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 63 | 83 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Navgaon village:
- The total population of Navgaon village is around 655, including approximately 340 males and 315 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Navgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Navgaon village has 139 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Navgaon village is about 77.71%, with male literacy at 81.47% and female literacy at 73.65%.
- There are around 127 households in Navgaon village.
Connectivity of Navgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Navgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Navgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Navgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Navgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Navgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Navgaon
- Where is Navgaon located?
- Navgaon village is situated in Vikasnagar Tehsil, within the Dehradun district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Navgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Navgaon is Nauganva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Navgaon?
- The pincode of Navgaon is 248197, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Navgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Navgaon is 655, with 340 males and 315 females.
- How many households are there in Navgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Navgaon village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Navgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Navgaon is 77.71%. The male literacy rate is 81.47%, while the female literacy rate is 73.65%.