Nilawaya
Nilawaya is a village located in Kuakonda tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Kuwakonda (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Neelavaya is the gram panchayat of Nilawaya village.
Nilawaya 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 Nilawaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilawaya is 450278. The village spans a total geographical area of 1076.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494552. Kirandul is nearest town to Nilawaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nilawaya 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 Nilawaya
Below is a concise population overview of Nilawaya 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 | 307 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 66 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 694 | 304 | 390 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 211 | 307 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nilawaya village:
- The total population of Nilawaya village is around 701, including approximately 307 males and 394 females, with a sex ratio of 1283 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Nilawaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nilawaya village has 694 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nilawaya village is about 26.11%, with male literacy at 31.27% and female literacy at 22.08%.
- There are around 159 households in Nilawaya village.
Connectivity of Nilawaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilawaya. As per the 2011 stats, Nilawaya 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 Nilawaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Nilawaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nilawaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nilawaya
- Where is Nilawaya located?
- Nilawaya village is situated in Kuakonda Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nilawaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nilawaya is Neelavaya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nilawaya?
- The pincode of Nilawaya is 494552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nilawaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilawaya is 701, with 307 males and 394 females.
- How many households are there in Nilawaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nilawaya village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nilawaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilawaya is 26.11%. The male literacy rate is 31.27%, while the female literacy rate is 22.08%.