Nawagan
Nawagan is a village located in Binpur I subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.8km away from sub-district headquarter Binpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Nawagan village. As per 2009 stats, Binpur is the gram panchayat of Nawagan village.
Here you can discover what makes Nawagan unique in its vibrant Binpur I-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Nawagan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nawagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawagan is 335887. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721516. Jhargram is nearest town to Nawagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Nawagan
Population of Nawagan
According to the 2011 Census, Nawagan has a total population of about 2,072, with approximately 1,054 males and 1,018 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 221 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.77%, with male literacy at about 73.24% and female literacy near 64.15%. There are around 375 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawagan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,072 | 1,054 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 125 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,425 | 772 | 653 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 282 | 365 |
Connectivity of Nawagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nawagan. As per the 2011 stats, Nawagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nawagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nawagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nawagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nawagan
- Where is Nawagan located?
- Nawagan village is situated in Binpur I Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nawagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nawagan is Binpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nawagan?
- The pincode of Nawagan is 721516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nawagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawagan is 2,072, with 1,054 males and 1,018 females.
- How many households are there in Nawagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nawagan village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nawagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawagan is 68.77%. The male literacy rate is 73.24%, while the female literacy rate is 64.15%.