Naogan - Kushmundi, Dakshin Dinajpur
Naogan is a village situated in the Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kushmundi and around 72.8 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Akcha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naogan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naogan is 310412. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.19 hectares and falls under the 733132 pincode. Kaliaganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Naogan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Naogan
As per Census 2011, Naogan village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 144 males and 166 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 189 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naogan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 144 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 143 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 38 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Naogan
Naogan 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 Naogan
Naogan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Naogan.
| 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 Kaliaganj to Naogan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Naogan is about 72.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naogan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naogan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naogan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naogan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Naogan
Where is Naogan located?
Naogan village is located in Kushmundi Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naogan?
The Gram Panchayat of Naogan is Akcha.
What is the pincode of Naogan?
The pincode of Naogan is 733132.
What is the population of Naogan?
Naogan has a total population of 310, including 144 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Naogan?
There are 67 households in Naogan.
What is the literacy rate in Naogan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naogan is 60.97%. Male literacy is 73.61% and female literacy is 50.00%.