Naogaon - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Naogaon is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naogaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naogaon is 316737. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.1 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Naogaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naogaon
As per Census 2011, Naogaon village has a total population of 680 people, consisting of 361 males and 319 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 150 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naogaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 361 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 293 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 68 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Naogaon
Naogaon 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 Naogaon
Public transport in the Naogaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sainthia to Naogaon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Naogaon is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naogaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naogaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naogaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naogaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Naogaon
Where is Naogaon located?
Naogaon village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naogaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Naogaon is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Naogaon?
The pincode of Naogaon is 731213.
What is the population of Naogaon?
Naogaon has a total population of 680, including 361 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Naogaon?
There are 166 households in Naogaon.
What is the literacy rate in Naogaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naogaon is 73.53%. Male literacy is 81.16% and female literacy is 64.89%.