Nikum
About Nikum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nikum village is 498182. Nikum village is located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Nikum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 344.41 hectares. Nikum has a total population of 1,361 peoples, out of which male population is 662 while female population is 699. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1055 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nikum village is 70.46% out of which 76.28% males and 64.95% females are literate. There are about 286 houses in nikum village.
When it comes to administration, Nikum 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, Nikum village comes under Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Malajkhand is nearest town to nikum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Nikum
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,361 | 662 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 505 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 157 | 245 |
Connectivity of Nikum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nikum
Where is Nikum located?
Nikum village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikum?
Nikum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Nikum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikum is 1,361, with 662 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Nikum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikum village has a total of 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikum is 70.46%. The male literacy rate is 76.28%, while the female literacy rate is 64.95%.