Nilkanthpur - Mahua, Vaishali
Nilkanthpur is a village situated in the Mahua subdivision of Vaishali district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahua and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Hajipur. Rampur Chandrabhan Urf Dagru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilkanthpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilkanthpur is 235301. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 844122 pincode. Hajipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nilkanthpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nilkanthpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nilkanthpur village had a total population of 1,512 people, including 828 males and 684 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 83.70% and female literacy at 54.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237.
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 | 1,512 | 828 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 147 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 131 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 570 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 631 | 258 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Nilkanthpur
Nilkanthpur 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 Nilkanthpur
Nilkanthpur 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hajipur to Nilkanthpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilkanthpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilkanthpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nilkanthpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilkanthpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nilkanthpur
Where is Nilkanthpur located?
Nilkanthpur village is located in Mahua Subdivision, Vaishali district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilkanthpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilkanthpur is Rampur Chandrabhan Urf Dagru.
What is the pincode of Nilkanthpur?
The pincode of Nilkanthpur is 844122.
What is the population of Nilkanthpur?
Nilkanthpur had a total population of 1,512, including 828 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Nilkanthpur?
Nilkanthpur had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilkanthpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilkanthpur was 70.37%. Male literacy was 83.70% and female literacy was 54.47%.