Niman - Bodh Gaya, Gaya
Niman is a village situated in the Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodh Gaya and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Basarhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niman is 256587. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 824231 pincode. Bodh Gaya is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Niman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bodh gaya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niman
As per Census 2011, Niman village has a total population of 1,777 people, consisting of 918 males and 859 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 341 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 870 literate and 907 illiterate residents. Additionally, 832 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,777 | 918 | 859 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 341 | 172 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 832 | 437 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 870 | 508 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 410 | 497 |
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
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodh Gaya to Niman is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Niman is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Niman
Where is Niman located?
Niman village is located in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niman?
The Gram Panchayat of Niman is Basarhi.
What is the pincode of Niman?
The pincode of Niman is 824231.
What is the population of Niman?
Niman has a total population of 1,777, including 918 males and 859 females.
How many households are there in Niman?
There are 283 households in Niman.
What is the literacy rate in Niman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niman is 48.96%. Male literacy is 55.34% and female literacy is 42.14%.