Nikava
About Nikava
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nikava village is 513830. Nikava village is located in Kalavad taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kalavad (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Nikava village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 2503.93 hectares. Nikava has a total population of 4,799 peoples, out of which male population is 2,495 while female population is 2,304. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nikava village is 68.14% out of which 75.99% males and 59.64% females are literate. There are about 992 houses in nikava village. Pincode of nikava village locality is 361162.
When it comes to administration, Nikava village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nikava village comes under Kalavad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency. Kalavad is nearest town to nikava village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Nikava
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,799 | 2,495 | 2,304 |
| Literate Population | 3,270 | 1,896 | 1,374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,529 | 599 | 930 |
Connectivity of Nikava
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nikava
Where is Nikava located?
Nikava village is situated in Kalavad Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikava?
Nikava serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Nikava?
The pincode of Nikava is 361162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nikava as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikava is 4,799, with 2,495 males and 2,304 females.
How many households are there in Nikava as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikava village has a total of 992 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikava as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikava is 68.14%. The male literacy rate is 75.99%, while the female literacy rate is 59.64%.