Nijhra

Nijhra is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Kantia is the gram panchayat of Nijhra village.

Nijhra has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Nijhra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nijhra is 224702. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Nijhra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Nijhra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,469 777 692
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 213 102 111
Scheduled Castes (SC) 501 259 242
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 919 572 347
Illiterate Population 550 205 345

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

  • The total population of Nijhra village is around 1,469, including approximately 777 males and 692 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 213 children aged 0–6 years in Nijhra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nijhra village has 501 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nijhra village is about 62.56%, with male literacy at 73.62% and female literacy at 50.14%.
  • There are around 314 households in Nijhra village.

Connectivity of Nijhra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nijhra. As per the 2011 stats, Nijhra 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 Nijhra

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

Bijahar Sohasa Dukhara Kanta Nijhura Kamru Pothia Bhogaon Pellagor Diari Harda

Frequently Asked Questions about Nijhra

Where is Nijhra located?
Nijhra village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nijhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijhra is Kantia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nijhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nijhra is 1,469, with 777 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Nijhra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nijhra village has a total of 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nijhra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nijhra is 62.56%. The male literacy rate is 73.62%, while the female literacy rate is 50.14%.