Nigai
Nigai is a village located in Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jaisinghnagar (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Barna is the gram panchayat of Nigai village.
Nigai has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol 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 Nigai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigai is 501086. The village spans a total geographical area of 1168 hectares. Jaisinghnagar is nearest town to Nigai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Nigai
Population of Nigai
Below is a concise population overview of Nigai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,300 | 652 | 648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 120 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 347 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 305 | 384 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nigai village:
- The total population of Nigai village is around 1,300, including approximately 652 males and 648 females, with a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 244 children aged 0–6 years in Nigai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nigai village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 257 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nigai village is about 47.00%, with male literacy at 53.22% and female literacy at 40.74%.
- There are around 296 households in Nigai village.
Connectivity of Nigai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigai. As per the 2011 stats, Nigai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nigai
Knowing the nearby villages of Nigai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nigai
- Where is Nigai located?
- Nigai village is situated in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nigai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nigai is Barna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Nigai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigai is 1,300, with 652 males and 648 females.
- How many households are there in Nigai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nigai village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nigai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigai is 47.00%. The male literacy rate is 53.22%, while the female literacy rate is 40.74%.