Nikhura

Nikhura is a village located in Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dumraon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Kasian is the gram panchayat of Nikhura village.

Nikhura has its own place in the vibrant Buxar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nikhura

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikhura is 248146. The village spans a total geographical area of 43.3 hectares. Dumraon is nearest town to Nikhura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Nikhura

Below is a concise population overview of Nikhura as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 528 282 246
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 105 64 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 303 182 121
Illiterate Population 225 100 125

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nikhura village:

  • The total population of Nikhura village is around 528, including approximately 282 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 105 children aged 0–6 years in Nikhura village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Nikhura village is about 57.39%, with male literacy at 64.54% and female literacy at 49.19%.
  • There are around 81 households in Nikhura village.

Connectivity of Nikhura

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nikhura. As per the 2011 stats, Nikhura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Nikhura

Knowing the nearby villages of Nikhura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nikhura.

Sagarpur Misraulia Rajdiha Tulshipur Karuaj Araila Lakhan Dehra Bhikha Bandh Nandan Amthua Sirampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Nikhura

Where is Nikhura located?
Nikhura village is situated in Dumraon Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikhura?
The Gram Panchayat of Nikhura is Kasian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nikhura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikhura is 528, with 282 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Nikhura as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikhura village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikhura as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikhura is 57.39%. The male literacy rate is 64.54%, while the female literacy rate is 49.19%.