Nawa Gaon - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Nawa Gaon is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 45 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nawagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawa Gaon is 044327. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.54 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Nawa Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawa Gaon
As per Census 2011, Nawa Gaon village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 70 males and 79 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,128 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawa Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 70 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 11 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Nawa Gaon
Nawa 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 Nawa Gaon
Public transport in the Nawa Gaon is mainly available through bus 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 Chamba to Nawa Gaon is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nawa Gaon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawa Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawa Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nawa 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 Nawa Gaon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nawa Gaon
Where is Nawa Gaon located?
Nawa Gaon village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawa Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawa Gaon is Nawagaon.
What is the pincode of Nawa Gaon?
The pincode of Nawa Gaon is 249180.
What is the population of Nawa Gaon?
Nawa Gaon has a total population of 149, including 70 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Nawa Gaon?
There are 35 households in Nawa Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nawa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawa Gaon is 75.84%. Male literacy is 84.29% and female literacy is 68.35%.