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.
Nigani has its own place in the vibrant Kinnaur 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 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.
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Population of Nigani
Below is a concise population overview of Nigani 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nigani village:
- The total population of Nigani village is around 472, including approximately 226 males and 246 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Nigani village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nigani village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 446 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nigani village is about 67.80%, with male literacy at 77.88% and female literacy at 58.54%.
- There are around 98 households in Nigani village.
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%.