Nikaspur - Morwa, Samastipur
Nikaspur is a village situated in the Morwa subdivision of Samastipur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Morwa and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Samastipur. Nikaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nikaspur is 236721. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 848121 pincode. Samsatipur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Nikaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nikaspur
As per Census 2011, Nikaspur village has a total population of 3,781 people, consisting of 1,923 males and 1,858 females. The village has 786 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 757 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,979 literate and 1,802 illiterate residents. Additionally, 790 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nikaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,781 | 1,923 | 1,858 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 393 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 790 | 400 | 390 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,979 | 1,202 | 777 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 721 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Nikaspur
Nikaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nisfi | West | 1.11 km |
| Mirzapur | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Gorhiari | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Chandauli | North | 1.84 km |
| Amritpur | North | 1.96 km |
| Chak Dhean | North | 2.07 km |
| Songar | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Morwa | East | 2.18 km |
| Bheria Barmotar | North | 2.77 km |
| Umaidpur | South-East | 2.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nikaspur
Nikaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karpurigram, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.5 km.
| 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 Samsatipur to Nikaspur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Samastipur to Nikaspur is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nikaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nikaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nikaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nikaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nikaspur
Where is Nikaspur located?
Nikaspur village is located in Morwa Subdivision, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikaspur?
Nikaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nikaspur?
The pincode of Nikaspur is 848121.
What is the population of Nikaspur?
Nikaspur has a total population of 3,781, including 1,923 males and 1,858 females.
How many households are there in Nikaspur?
There are 786 households in Nikaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Nikaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nikaspur is 52.34%. Male literacy is 62.51% and female literacy is 41.82%.