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.
Here you can discover what makes Nilji unique in its vibrant Gadhinglaj-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Nilji’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 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.
Google Map of Nilji
Population of Nilji
According to the 2011 Census, Nilji has a total population of about 2,239, with approximately 1,164 males and 1,075 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 271 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 262 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 17. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.41%, with male literacy at about 76.89% and female literacy near 61.30%. There are around 484 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nilji's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.