Nigwani
About Nigwani
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nigwani village is 501738. Nigwani village is located in Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Kotma (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Anuppur. As per 2009 stats, Nigwani village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 474.09 hectares. Nigwani has a total population of 1,644 peoples, out of which male population is 835 while female population is 809. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 968 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nigwani village is 66.61% out of which 75.33% males and 57.60% females are literate. There are about 401 houses in nigwani village.
When it comes to administration, Nigwani 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, Nigwani village comes under Anuppur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency. Kotma is nearest town to nigwani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Nigwani
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,644 | 835 | 809 |
| Literate Population | 1,095 | 629 | 466 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 206 | 343 |
Connectivity of Nigwani
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nigwani
Where is Nigwani located?
Nigwani village is situated in Kotma Tehsil, within the Anuppur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigwani?
Nigwani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Nigwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigwani is 1,644, with 835 males and 809 females.
How many households are there in Nigwani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nigwani village has a total of 401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigwani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigwani is 66.61%. The male literacy rate is 75.33%, while the female literacy rate is 57.60%.