Nikahi - Harrai, Chhindwara
Nikahi is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Marhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nikahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nikahi is 494023. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.62 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Nikahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nikahi
As per Census 2011, Nikahi village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 89 males and 95 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 182 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nikahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 88 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 45 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Nikahi
Nikahi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nikahi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Nikahi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harrai to Nikahi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Nikahi is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nikahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nikahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nikahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nikahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nikahi
Where is Nikahi located?
Nikahi village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nikahi is Marhi.
What is the pincode of Nikahi?
The pincode of Nikahi is 480224.
What is the population of Nikahi?
Nikahi has a total population of 184, including 89 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Nikahi?
There are 34 households in Nikahi.
What is the literacy rate in Nikahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nikahi is 39.67%. Male literacy is 49.44% and female literacy is 30.53%.