Nijhor

Nijhor is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Shikaripara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Sarasdangal is the gram panchayat of Nijhor village.

Nijhor has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Nijhor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nijhor is 371020. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816103. Shikaripara is nearest town to Nijhor village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nijhor

Below is a concise population overview of Nijhor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 302 154 148
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 31 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 302 154 148
Literate Population 117 70 47
Illiterate Population 185 84 101

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nijhor village:

  • The total population of Nijhor village is around 302, including approximately 154 males and 148 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Nijhor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nijhor village has 302 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nijhor village is about 38.74%, with male literacy at 45.45% and female literacy at 31.76%.
  • There are around 61 households in Nijhor village.

Connectivity of Nijhor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nijhor. As per the 2011 stats, Nijhor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nijhor

Knowing the nearby villages of Nijhor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nijhor.

Ghat Haripur Dholkata Pahar Amchua Labapara Pokharia Majhiladih Salbonapahar Matiajuri Ghutkandar Dedaha Chandangaria

Frequently Asked Questions about Nijhor

Where is Nijhor located?
Nijhor village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nijhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijhor is Sarasdangal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nijhor?
The pincode of Nijhor is 816103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nijhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nijhor is 302, with 154 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Nijhor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nijhor village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nijhor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nijhor is 38.74%. The male literacy rate is 45.45%, while the female literacy rate is 31.76%.