Nitanwas - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Nitanwas is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Khurjan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nitanwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nitanwas is 451449. The village covers a total geographical area of 810 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Nitanwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nitanwas
As per Census 2011, Nitanwas village has a total population of 640 people, consisting of 350 males and 290 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nitanwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 640 | 350 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 134 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 215 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 135 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Nitanwas
Nitanwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhai | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Sahsram | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Seedhini | South | 3.69 km |
| Farara | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Gilai | East | 5.37 km |
| Kotari | West | 5.79 km |
| Dhobini | North-West | 5.84 km |
| Patpara | South | 6.22 km |
| Behata | West | 6.88 km |
| Nerkheda | North-West | 7.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nitanwas
Public transport in the Nitanwas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaypur to Nitanwas is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Nitanwas is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nitanwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nitanwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nitanwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nitanwas 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 Nitanwas
Where is Nitanwas located?
Nitanwas village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nitanwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Nitanwas is Khurjan.
What is the pincode of Nitanwas?
The pincode of Nitanwas is 476332.
What is the population of Nitanwas?
Nitanwas has a total population of 640, including 350 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Nitanwas?
There are 128 households in Nitanwas.
What is the literacy rate in Nitanwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nitanwas is 50.94%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 38.28%.