Niwaskhar - Lormi, Mungeli
Niwaskhar is a village situated in the Lormi tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Lormi and around 90 km from Bilaspur. Niwas Khar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niwaskhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niwaskhar is 437888. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.66 hectares and falls under the 495115 pincode. Lormi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Niwaskhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niwaskhar
As per Census 2011, Niwaskhar village has a total population of 701 people, consisting of 357 males and 344 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 311 literate and 390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 635 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niwaskhar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Niwaskhar
Niwaskhar 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 Niwaskhar
Public transport in the Niwaskhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lormi to Niwaskhar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Niwaskhar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niwaskhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niwaskhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Niwaskhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niwaskhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Niwaskhar
Where is Niwaskhar located?
Niwaskhar village is located in Lormi Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niwaskhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Niwaskhar is Niwas Khar.
What is the pincode of Niwaskhar?
The pincode of Niwaskhar is 495115.
What is the population of Niwaskhar?
Niwaskhar has a total population of 701, including 357 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Niwaskhar?
There are 161 households in Niwaskhar.
What is the literacy rate in Niwaskhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niwaskhar is 44.37%. Male literacy is 56.58% and female literacy is 31.69%.