Nilaj
About Nilaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nilaj village is 538298. Nilaj village is located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Mahalgaon is the gram panchayat of Nilaj village.
The total geographical area of village is 279.01 hectares. Nilaj has a total population of 761 peoples, out of which male population is 377 while female population is 384. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1018 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nilaj village is 74.24% out of which 81.96% males and 66.67% females are literate. There are about 228 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency. Desaiganj is nearest town to nilaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km 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 | 761 | 377 | 384 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 309 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 68 | 128 |
Connectivity of Nilaj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nilaj
Where is Nilaj located?
Nilaj village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilaj?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilaj is Mahalgaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nilaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilaj is 761, with 377 males and 384 females.
How many households are there in Nilaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilaj village has a total of 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilaj is 74.24%. The male literacy rate is 81.96%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.