Nelgoda
Nelgoda is a village located in Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Geedam (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Gumalnar is the gram panchayat of Nelgoda village.
Nelgoda has its own place in the vibrant Dakshin Bastar Dantewada 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 Nelgoda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nelgoda is 450147. The village spans a total geographical area of 282.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494441. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Nelgoda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nelgoda 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 Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar 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 Nelgoda
Below is a concise population overview of Nelgoda 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 | 244 | 129 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 87 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 56 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 73 | 85 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nelgoda village:
- The total population of Nelgoda village is around 244, including approximately 129 males and 115 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Nelgoda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nelgoda village has 51 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 158 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nelgoda village is about 35.25%, with male literacy at 43.41% and female literacy at 26.09%.
- There are around 76 households in Nelgoda village.
Connectivity of Nelgoda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nelgoda. As per the 2011 stats, Nelgoda 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 Nelgoda
Knowing the nearby villages of Nelgoda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nelgoda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nelgoda
- Where is Nelgoda located?
- Nelgoda village is situated in Gidam Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nelgoda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nelgoda is Gumalnar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nelgoda?
- The pincode of Nelgoda is 494441, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nelgoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nelgoda is 244, with 129 males and 115 females.
- How many households are there in Nelgoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nelgoda village has a total of 76 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nelgoda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nelgoda is 35.25%. The male literacy rate is 43.41%, while the female literacy rate is 26.09%.