Nichitpur - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Nichitpur is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Birajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nichitpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nichitpur is 361646. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Nichitpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nichitpur
According to the 2011 Census, Nichitpur village had a total population of 284 people, including 163 males and 121 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 742 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.20%, with male literacy at 57.04% and female literacy at 40.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 273.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 284 | 163 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 156 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 81 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 82 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Nichitpur
Nichitpur 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 Nichitpur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nichitpur. Nichitpur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Nichitpur is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nichitpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nichitpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nichitpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nichitpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nichitpur
Where is Nichitpur located?
Nichitpur village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nichitpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nichitpur is Birajpur.
What is the pincode of Nichitpur?
The pincode of Nichitpur is 828109.
What is the population of Nichitpur?
Nichitpur had a total population of 284, including 163 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Nichitpur?
Nichitpur had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nichitpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nichitpur was 50.20%. Male literacy was 57.04% and female literacy was 40.78%.