Nelji

Nelji is a village located in Madikeri taluka of Kodagu district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 27km away from Madikeri, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Nelji village. As per 2009 stats, Ballamavati is the gram panchayat of Nelji village.

Nelji has its own place in the vibrant Kodagu 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 Nelji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nelji is 617845. The village spans a total geographical area of 1773.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 571214. Madikeri is nearest town to Nelji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nelji 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 Virajpet Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mysuru Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Nelji

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 946 472 474
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 75 38 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 47 25 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 64 32 32
Literate Population 776 392 384
Illiterate Population 170 80 90

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

  • The total population of Nelji village is around 946, including approximately 472 males and 474 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Nelji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nelji village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 64 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nelji village is about 82.03%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 81.01%.
  • There are around 290 households in Nelji village.

Connectivity of Nelji

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

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

Nearby Villages of Nelji

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nelji

Where is Nelji located?
Nelji village is situated in Madikeri Taluka, within the Kodagu district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nelji?
The Gram Panchayat of Nelji is Ballamavati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nelji?
The pincode of Nelji is 571214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nelji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nelji is 946, with 472 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Nelji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nelji village has a total of 290 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nelji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nelji is 82.03%. The male literacy rate is 83.05%, while the female literacy rate is 81.01%.