Niwaskhar
Niwaskhar is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Niwas Khar is the gram panchayat of Niwaskhar village.
Niwaskhar has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Niwaskhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Niwaskhar is 437888. The village spans a total geographical area of 69.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491226. Lormi is nearest town to Niwaskhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Niwaskhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Niwaskhar
Below is a concise population overview of Niwaskhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 701 | 357 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 56 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 635 | 319 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 202 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 155 | 235 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Niwaskhar village:
- The total population of Niwaskhar village is around 701, including approximately 357 males and 344 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Niwaskhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Niwaskhar village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 635 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Niwaskhar village is about 44.37%, with male literacy at 56.58% and female literacy at 31.69%.
- There are around 161 households in Niwaskhar village.
Connectivity of Niwaskhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Niwaskhar. As per the 2011 stats, Niwaskhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Niwaskhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Niwaskhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Niwaskhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Niwaskhar
- Where is Niwaskhar located?
- Niwaskhar village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Niwaskhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Niwaskhar is Niwas Khar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Niwaskhar?
- The pincode of Niwaskhar is 491226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Niwaskhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Niwaskhar is 701, with 357 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Niwaskhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Niwaskhar village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Niwaskhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Niwaskhar is 44.37%. The male literacy rate is 56.58%, while the female literacy rate is 31.69%.