Nijhor - Maheshpur, Pakur
Nijhor is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pakaur. Gayabathan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nijhor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nijhor is 360512. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Nijhor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nijhor
According to the 2011 Census, Nijhor village had a total population of 517 people, including 234 males and 283 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.80%, with male literacy at 45.71% and female literacy at 28.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 483.
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 | 517 | 234 | 283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 217 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 80 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 154 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Nijhor
Nijhor 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 Nijhor
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Nijhor. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Nijhor.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Pakaur to Nijhor is about 20 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 Nijhor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nijhor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nijhor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nijhor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nijhor
Where is Nijhor located?
Nijhor village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nijhor?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijhor is Gayabathan.
What is the pincode of Nijhor?
The pincode of Nijhor is 816106.
What is the population of Nijhor?
Nijhor had a total population of 517, including 234 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Nijhor?
Nijhor had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nijhor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nijhor was 35.80%. Male literacy was 45.71% and female literacy was 28.26%.