Nilaj
About Nilaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nilaj village is 540806. Nilaj village is located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Nilaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 348.67 hectares. Nilaj has a total population of 1,557 peoples, out of which male population is 801 while female population is 756. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nilaj village is 66.47% out of which 73.28% males and 59.26% females are literate. There are about 352 houses in nilaj village.
When it comes to administration, Nilaj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nilaj village comes under Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Brahmapuri is nearest town to nilaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Nilaj
The population details of Nilaj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,557 | 801 | 756 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 165 | 94 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 162 | 79 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 587 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 214 | 308 |
Connectivity of Nilaj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nilaj
Where is Nilaj located?
Nilaj village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilaj?
Nilaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Nilaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilaj is 1,557, with 801 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Nilaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilaj village has a total of 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilaj is 66.47%. The male literacy rate is 73.28%, while the female literacy rate is 59.26%.