Nijor - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Nijor is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Mahgunwan Nijor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nijor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nijor is 490992. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.63 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Kareli is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Nijor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nijor
As per Census 2011, Nijor village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 233 males and 228 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nijor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 233 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 176 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 57 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Nijor
Nijor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundua Kheda | North | 1.43 km |
| Khanchari | South | 1.78 km |
| Kumhidawar | East | 2.54 km |
| Garha | North | 2.70 km |
| Simariya | South | 2.71 km |
| Harrai | West | 2.99 km |
| Bhoot Pipariya | East | 3.15 km |
| Thunti(thuthi) | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Goras | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Mothegaon | North-East | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nijor
Nijor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.7 km.
| 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 Kareli to Nijor is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Nijor is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nijor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nijor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nijor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nijor 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 Nijor
Where is Nijor located?
Nijor village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nijor?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijor is Mahgunwan Nijor.
What is the pincode of Nijor?
The pincode of Nijor is 487441.
What is the population of Nijor?
Nijor has a total population of 461, including 233 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Nijor?
There are 102 households in Nijor.
What is the literacy rate in Nijor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nijor is 70.50%. Male literacy is 75.54% and female literacy is 65.35%.