Nawa Gaon - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Nawa Gaon is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 105 km from Tehri and around 105 km from New Tehri. Nawagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawa Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawa Gaon is 043756. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.47 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 80 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 293 people, consisting of 125 males and 168 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,344 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 149 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawa Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 293 | 125 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 66 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 59 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Nawa Gaon
Nawa Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khand Birkot | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Ramol Sari | South | 1.02 km |
| Sainsari | North-West | 1.04 km |
| Kausal | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Kastal | West | 1.52 km |
| Ramol Gaoa | North | 1.53 km |
| Lawani | West | 1.55 km |
| Manj Kot | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Chham | East | 1.88 km |
| Idiyan | South | 1.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nawa Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nawa Gaon. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.8 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Nawa Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nawa Gaon is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Nawa Gaon
Where is Nawa Gaon located?
Nawa Gaon village is located in Kandisaur 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 249131.
What is the population of Nawa Gaon?
Nawa Gaon has a total population of 293, including 125 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Nawa Gaon?
There are 56 households in Nawa Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Nawa Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawa Gaon is 50.85%. Male literacy is 52.80% and female literacy is 49.40%.