Niwas - Hatta, Damoh
Niwas is a village situated in the Hatta tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatta and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Niwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niwas is 461692. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.93 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Niwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Niwas
As per Census 2011, Niwas village has a total population of 1,026 people, consisting of 532 males and 494 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 364 literate and 662 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,026 | 532 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 110 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 268 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 210 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 322 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Niwas
Niwas 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 Niwas
Niwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Hatta to Niwas is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Niwas is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Niwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niwas
Where is Niwas located?
Niwas village is located in Hatta Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niwas?
Niwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Niwas?
The pincode of Niwas is 470775.
What is the population of Niwas?
Niwas has a total population of 1,026, including 532 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Niwas?
There are 237 households in Niwas.
What is the literacy rate in Niwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niwas is 35.48%. Male literacy is 39.47% and female literacy is 31.17%.