Nighoj
Nighoj is a village located in Parner tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Parner (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Nighoj village is also a gram panchayat.
Nighoj has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Nighoj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nighoj is 558355. The village spans a total geographical area of 2735 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 414306. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Nighoj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nighoj village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Parner Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nighoj
Population of Nighoj
Below is a concise population overview of Nighoj 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 | 10,385 | 5,410 | 4,975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,178 | 654 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 923 | 443 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 209 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 7,048 | 4,013 | 3,035 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,337 | 1,397 | 1,940 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nighoj village:
- The total population of Nighoj village is around 10,385, including approximately 5,410 males and 4,975 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,178 children aged 0–6 years in Nighoj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nighoj village has 923 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 415 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nighoj village is about 67.87%, with male literacy at 74.18% and female literacy at 61.01%.
- There are around 2,109 households in Nighoj village.
Connectivity of Nighoj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nighoj. As per the 2011 stats, Nighoj 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 Nighoj
Knowing the nearby villages of Nighoj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nighoj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nighoj
- Where is Nighoj located?
- Nighoj village is situated in Parner Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nighoj?
- Nighoj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nighoj?
- The pincode of Nighoj is 414306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nighoj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nighoj is 10,385, with 5,410 males and 4,975 females.
- How many households are there in Nighoj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nighoj village has a total of 2,109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nighoj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nighoj is 67.87%. The male literacy rate is 74.18%, while the female literacy rate is 61.01%.