Nigani
Nigani is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Nigani village. As per 2009 stats, Nichar is the gram panchayat of Nigani village.
Here you can discover what makes Nigani unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Nigani’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nigani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigani is 027143. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172103. Rampur is nearest town to Nigani village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Nigani
Population of Nigani
According to the 2011 Census, Nigani has a total population of about 472, with approximately 226 males and 246 females. The sex ratio is around 1088 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 446. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.80%, with male literacy at about 77.88% and female literacy near 58.54%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nigani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 226 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 14 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 210 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 176 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 50 | 102 |
Connectivity of Nigani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigani. As per the 2011 stats, Nigani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nigani
Knowing the nearby villages of Nigani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nigani
- Where is Nigani located?
- Nigani village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nigani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nigani is Nichar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nigani?
- The pincode of Nigani is 172103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nigani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigani is 472, with 226 males and 246 females.
- How many households are there in Nigani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nigani village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nigani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigani is 67.80%. The male literacy rate is 77.88%, while the female literacy rate is 58.54%.