Nighoj
Nighoj is a village located in Rahta tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Rahta (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Nighoj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nighoj unique in its vibrant Rahta-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Nighoj’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Nighoj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nighoj is 557575. The village spans a total geographical area of 468 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423109. Rahta Pimplas is nearest town to Nighoj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
As per 2019 stats, Nighoj village comes under Shirdi assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Nighoj
Population of Nighoj
According to the 2011 Census, Nighoj has a total population of about 3,844, with approximately 1,938 males and 1,906 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 525 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 720 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 346. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.77%, with male literacy at about 80.86% and female literacy near 72.61%. There are around 792 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nighoj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,844 | 1,938 | 1,906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 525 | 265 | 260 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 346 | 374 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 176 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 2,951 | 1,567 | 1,384 |
| Illiterate Population | 893 | 371 | 522 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Rahta 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 423109, 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 3,844, with 1,938 males and 1,906 females.
- How many households are there in Nighoj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nighoj village has a total of 792 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nighoj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nighoj is 76.77%. The male literacy rate is 80.86%, while the female literacy rate is 72.61%.