Nej
About Nej
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nej village is 597170. Nej village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 3044.86 hectares. Nej has a total population of 6,875 peoples, out of which male population is 3,508 while female population is 3,367. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nej village is 65.92% out of which 72.15% males and 59.43% females are literate. There are about 1,521 houses in nej village. Pincode of nej village locality is 591239.
When it comes to administration, Nej village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nej village comes under Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency. Sadalgi is nearest town to nej village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Nej
Population of Nej
The population details of Nej cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,875 | 3,508 | 3,367 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 824 | 447 | 377 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 997 | 507 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 328 | 165 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 4,532 | 2,531 | 2,001 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,343 | 977 | 1,366 |
Connectivity of Nej
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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
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%.