Nigahra
About Nigahra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nigahra village is 488440. Nigahra village is located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Nighera is the gram panchayat of Nigahra village.
The total geographical area of village is 903.84 hectares. Nigahra has a total population of 2,252 peoples, out of which male population is 1,158 while female population is 1,094. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nigahra village is 59.24% out of which 67.62% males and 50.37% females are literate. There are about 552 houses in nigahra village.
When it comes to administration, Nigahra 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, Nigahra village comes under Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency. Katni is nearest town to nigahra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Nigahra
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,252 | 1,158 | 1,094 |
| Literate Population | 1,334 | 783 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 918 | 375 | 543 |
Connectivity of Nigahra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nigahra
Where is Nigahra located?
Nigahra village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigahra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigahra is Nighera (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nigahra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigahra is 2,252, with 1,158 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Nigahra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nigahra village has a total of 552 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigahra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigahra is 59.24%. The male literacy rate is 67.62%, while the female literacy rate is 50.37%.