Nej
Nej is a village located in Hatkanangle tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Hatkanangle (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Nej village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nej unique in its vibrant Hatkanangle-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Nej’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 Nej
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nej is 567288. The village spans a total geographical area of 962 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416110. Ichalkaranji is nearest town to Nej village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
As per 2019 stats, Nej village comes under Hatkanangle assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Nej
Population of Nej
According to the 2011 Census, Nej has a total population of about 4,141, with approximately 2,133 males and 2,008 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 423 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,579 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.29%, with male literacy at about 83.36% and female literacy near 72.91%. There are around 843 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nej's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,141 | 2,133 | 2,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 423 | 223 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,579 | 806 | 773 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,242 | 1,778 | 1,464 |
| Illiterate Population | 899 | 355 | 544 |
Connectivity of Nej
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nej. As per the 2011 stats, Nej 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nej
Knowing the nearby villages of Nej helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nej.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nej
- Where is Nej located?
- Nej village is situated in Hatkanangle Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nej?
- Nej serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nej?
- The pincode of Nej is 416110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nej as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nej is 4,141, with 2,133 males and 2,008 females.
- How many households are there in Nej as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nej village has a total of 843 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nej as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nej is 78.29%. The male literacy rate is 83.36%, while the female literacy rate is 72.91%.