Nigistan
Nigistan is a village located in Tral tehsil of Pulwama district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Tral (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Plwama. As per 2009 stats, Nargistan is the gram panchayat of Nigistan village.
Here you can discover what makes Nigistan unique in its vibrant Tral-Pulwama region. You’ll see Nigistan’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 Nigistan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigistan is 003036. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.7 hectares. Tral is nearest town to Nigistan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Nigistan
Population of Nigistan
According to the 2011 Census, Nigistan has a total population of about 1,356, with approximately 689 males and 667 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 486. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.43%, with male literacy at about 43.83% and female literacy near 28.79%. There are around 232 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nigistan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,356 | 689 | 667 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 123 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 260 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 302 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 862 | 387 | 475 |
Connectivity of Nigistan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigistan. As per the 2011 stats, Nigistan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nigistan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nigistan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigistan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nigistan
Where is Nigistan located?
Nigistan village is situated in Tral Tehsil, within the Pulwama district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigistan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigistan is Nargistan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nigistan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigistan is 1,356, with 689 males and 667 females.
How many households are there in Nigistan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nigistan village has a total of 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigistan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigistan is 36.43%. The male literacy rate is 43.83%, while the female literacy rate is 28.79%.