Nilkanth
About Nilkanth
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nilkanth village is 478376. Nilkanth village is located in Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Nagalwadi Khurd is the gram panchayat of Nilkanth village.
The total geographical area of village is 408.56 hectares. Nilkanth has a total population of 634 peoples, out of which male population is 338 while female population is 296. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 875 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nilkanth village is 38.64% out of which 47.34% males and 28.72% females are literate. There are about 117 houses in nilkanth village.
When it comes to administration, Nilkanth 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, Nilkanth village comes under Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khargone Lok Sabha constituency. Rajpur is nearest town to nilkanth village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Nilkanth
The population details of Nilkanth 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 | 634 | 338 | 296 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 115 | 65 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 627 | 335 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 160 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 178 | 211 |
Connectivity of Nilkanth
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nilkanth
Where is Nilkanth located?
Nilkanth village is situated in Rajpur Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilkanth?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilkanth is Nagalwadi Khurd (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nilkanth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilkanth is 634, with 338 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Nilkanth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilkanth village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilkanth as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilkanth is 38.64%. The male literacy rate is 47.34%, while the female literacy rate is 28.72%.