Nigjhar

Nigjhar is a village located in Bahoriband tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Bahoriband (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Kuda Mardangarh is the gram panchayat of Nigjhar village.

Nigjhar has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nigjhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigjhar is 488599. The village spans a total geographical area of 571.31 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Nigjhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.

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Population of Nigjhar

Below is a concise population overview of Nigjhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 522 267 255
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 45 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 58 30 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 252 129 123
Literate Population 301 175 126
Illiterate Population 221 92 129

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nigjhar village:

  • The total population of Nigjhar village is around 522, including approximately 267 males and 255 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Nigjhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nigjhar village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 252 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nigjhar village is about 57.66%, with male literacy at 65.54% and female literacy at 49.41%.
  • There are around 127 households in Nigjhar village.

Connectivity of Nigjhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigjhar. As per the 2011 stats, Nigjhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nigjhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Nigjhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigjhar.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nigjhar

Where is Nigjhar located?
Nigjhar village is situated in Bahoriband Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nigjhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nigjhar is Kuda Mardangarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nigjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigjhar is 522, with 267 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Nigjhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nigjhar village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nigjhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigjhar is 57.66%. The male literacy rate is 65.54%, while the female literacy rate is 49.41%.