Nej
Nej is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Nej village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nej unique in its vibrant Chikodi-Belgaum region. You’ll see Nej’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 Nej
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nej is 597170. The village spans a total geographical area of 3044.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591239. Sadalgi is nearest town to Nej village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nej village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nej
Population of Nej
According to the 2011 Census, Nej has a total population of about 6,875, with approximately 3,508 males and 3,367 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 824 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 997 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 328. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.92%, with male literacy at about 72.15% and female literacy near 59.43%. There are around 1,521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nej's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 6,875 | 3,508 | 3,367 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 447 | 377 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 997 | 507 | 490 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 165 | 163 |
Literate Population | 4,532 | 2,531 | 2,001 |
Illiterate Population | 2,343 | 977 | 1,366 |
Connectivity of Nej
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nej. As per the 2011 stats, Nej had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nej
Knowing the nearby villages of Nej helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nej.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nej
- Where is Nej located?
- Nej village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nej?
- Nej serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nej?
- The pincode of Nej is 591239, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nej as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nej is 6,875, with 3,508 males and 3,367 females.
- How many households are there in Nej as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nej village has a total of 1,521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nej as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nej is 65.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.15%, while the female literacy rate is 59.43%.