Nigave Dumala
Nigave Dumala is a village located in Karvir tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from Kolhapur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Nigave Dumala village. As per 2009 stats, Nigave Dumala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nigave Dumala unique in its vibrant Karvir-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Nigave Dumala’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 Nigave Dumala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigave Dumala is 567398. The village spans a total geographical area of 692 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416229. Kolhapur is nearest town to Nigave Dumala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nigave Dumala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karvir Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nigave Dumala
Population of Nigave Dumala
According to the 2011 Census, Nigave Dumala has a total population of about 6,898, with approximately 3,591 males and 3,307 females. The sex ratio is around 920 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 757 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,007 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.85%, with male literacy at about 74.63% and female literacy near 64.65%. There are around 1,407 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nigave Dumala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,898 | 3,591 | 3,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 432 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,007 | 510 | 497 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 6 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 4,818 | 2,680 | 2,138 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,080 | 911 | 1,169 |
Connectivity of Nigave Dumala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigave Dumala. As per the 2011 stats, Nigave Dumala 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nigave Dumala
Knowing the nearby villages of Nigave Dumala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigave Dumala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nigave Dumala
- Where is Nigave Dumala located?
- Nigave Dumala village is situated in Karvir Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nigave Dumala?
- Nigave Dumala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nigave Dumala?
- The pincode of Nigave Dumala is 416229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nigave Dumala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigave Dumala is 6,898, with 3,591 males and 3,307 females.
- How many households are there in Nigave Dumala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nigave Dumala village has a total of 1,407 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nigave Dumala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigave Dumala is 69.85%. The male literacy rate is 74.63%, while the female literacy rate is 64.65%.