Niman - Amas, Gaya
Niman is a village situated in the Amas subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amas and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Akouna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niman is 255765. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 824219 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Niman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Niman
According to the 2011 Census, Niman village had a total population of 1,771 people, including 850 males and 921 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.16%, with male literacy at 81.62% and female literacy at 61.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 355.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,771 | 850 | 921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 339 | 170 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 177 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 555 | 464 |
| Illiterate Population | 752 | 295 | 457 |
Nearby Villages of Niman
Niman 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 Niman
Niman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Sherghati to Niman is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Niman is about 40 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 Niman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Niman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Niman
Where is Niman located?
Niman village is located in Amas Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Niman?
The Gram Panchayat of Niman is Akouna.
What is the pincode of Niman?
The pincode of Niman is 824219.
What is the population of Niman?
Niman had a total population of 1,771, including 850 males and 921 females.
How many households are there in Niman?
Niman had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niman was 71.16%. Male literacy was 81.62% and female literacy was 61.70%.