Nilji

Nilji is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Nilaji is the gram panchayat of Nilji village.

Nilji has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Nilji

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilji is 567987. The village spans a total geographical area of 384 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Nilji village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Nilji

Below is a concise population overview of Nilji as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,239 1,164 1,075
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 271 153 118
Scheduled Castes (SC) 262 141 121
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 17 8 9
Literate Population 1,554 895 659
Illiterate Population 685 269 416

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nilji village:

  • The total population of Nilji village is around 2,239, including approximately 1,164 males and 1,075 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 271 children aged 0–6 years in Nilji village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nilji village has 262 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nilji village is about 69.41%, with male literacy at 76.89% and female literacy at 61.30%.
  • There are around 484 households in Nilji village.

Connectivity of Nilji

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilji. As per the 2011 stats, Nilji 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nilji

Knowing the nearby villages of Nilji helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nilji.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Nilji

Where is Nilji located?
Nilji village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilji?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilji is Nilaji (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Nilji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilji is 2,239, with 1,164 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Nilji as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilji village has a total of 484 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilji as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilji is 69.41%. The male literacy rate is 76.89%, while the female literacy rate is 61.30%.