Nigwani - Majholi, Jabalpur
Nigwani is a village situated in the Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majholi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Jhingrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nigwani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nigwani is 489316. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.76 hectares and falls under the 483222 pincode. Sihora is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Nigwani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nigwani
As per Census 2011, Nigwani village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 280 males and 274 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 434 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nigwani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 280 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 247 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 33 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Nigwani
Nigwani 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 Nigwani
Nigwani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Nigwani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sihora to Nigwani is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Nigwani is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nigwani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nigwani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nigwani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nigwani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nigwani
Where is Nigwani located?
Nigwani village is located in Majholi Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigwani?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigwani is Jhingrai.
What is the pincode of Nigwani?
The pincode of Nigwani is 483222.
What is the population of Nigwani?
Nigwani has a total population of 554, including 280 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Nigwani?
There are 135 households in Nigwani.
What is the literacy rate in Nigwani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nigwani is 78.34%. Male literacy is 88.21% and female literacy is 68.25%.