Niwas

Niwas is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 39km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 104km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Bhalapuri is the gram panchayat of Niwas village.

Niwas has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Niwas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Niwas is 498209. The village spans a total geographical area of 90.73 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Niwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.

When it comes to local governance, Niwas 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat 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 Niwas

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 448 223 225
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 48 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 388 197 191
Literate Population 220 122 98
Illiterate Population 228 101 127

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

  • The total population of Niwas village is around 448, including approximately 223 males and 225 females, with a sex ratio of 1008 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Niwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Niwas village has 388 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Niwas village is about 49.11%, with male literacy at 54.71% and female literacy at 43.56%.
  • There are around 96 households in Niwas village.

Connectivity of Niwas

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Niwas

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

Balgaon Baijalpur Bhalapuri Mana Lapti Agantara Arandi Kukarra Paundi Boda Mal Boda Ryt

Frequently Asked Questions about Niwas

Where is Niwas located?
Niwas village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Niwas is Bhalapuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Niwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Niwas is 448, with 223 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Niwas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Niwas village has a total of 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niwas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Niwas is 49.11%. The male literacy rate is 54.71%, while the female literacy rate is 43.56%.