Niktha - Deoghar
Niktha is a village situated in the Deoghar subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Deoghar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Saratkhorposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niktha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niktha is 353205. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 814115 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Niktha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Niktha
Niktha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belbahiyari | South | 0.67 km |
| Khaspaika | South | 1.59 km |
| Gauripur | North-East | 1.83 km |
| Kusmil | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Chachawa | North | 2.08 km |
| Bela | East | 2.32 km |
| Sangramloria | West | 2.36 km |
| Simra | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Raghuwardih | South | 2.62 km |
| Baswaria | South-East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Niktha
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Niktha. The nearest railway station is Sankarpur, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoghar to Niktha is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Deoghar to Niktha is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niktha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niktha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Niktha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niktha 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Niktha
Where is Niktha located?
Niktha village is located in Deoghar Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niktha?
The Gram Panchayat of Niktha is Saratkhorposh.
What is the pincode of Niktha?
The pincode of Niktha is 814115.