Nigani (31/5) - Nichar, Kinnaur
Nigani (31/5) is a village situated in the Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nichar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigani (31/5) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigani (31/5) is 027143. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.55 hectares and falls under the 172115 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Nigani (31/5) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinnaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nigani (31/5)
As per Census 2011, Nigani (31/5) village has a total population of 472 people, consisting of 226 males and 246 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nigani (31/5) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 226 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 14 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 210 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 176 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 50 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Nigani (31/5)
Nigani (31/5) 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 Nigani (31/5)
Nigani (31/5) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Reckong Peo to Nigani (31/5) is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigani (31/5)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigani (31/5) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nigani (31/5)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigani (31/5) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nigani (31/5)
Where is Nigani (31/5) located?
Nigani (31/5) village is located in Nichar Tehsil, Kinnaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigani (31/5)?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigani (31/5) is Nichar.
What is the pincode of Nigani (31/5)?
The pincode of Nigani (31/5) is 172115.
What is the population of Nigani (31/5)?
Nigani (31/5) has a total population of 472, including 226 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Nigani (31/5)?
There are 98 households in Nigani (31/5).
What is the literacy rate in Nigani (31/5)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigani (31/5) is 67.80%. Male literacy is 77.88% and female literacy is 58.54%.