Nilkanth

Nilkanth is a village located in Latur tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Latur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Pimpalgaon Amba is the gram panchayat of Nilkanth village.

Nilkanth has its own place in the vibrant Latur 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 Nilkanth

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilkanth is 560091. The village spans a total geographical area of 253 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413511. Latur is nearest town to Nilkanth village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.

When it comes to local governance, Nilkanth 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 Latur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Nilkanth

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 412 216 196
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 59 32 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 47 25 22
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 11 4 7
Literate Population 266 155 111
Illiterate Population 146 61 85

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

  • The total population of Nilkanth village is around 412, including approximately 216 males and 196 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 59 children aged 0–6 years in Nilkanth village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nilkanth village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nilkanth village is about 64.56%, with male literacy at 71.76% and female literacy at 56.63%.
  • There are around 80 households in Nilkanth village.

Connectivity of Nilkanth

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilkanth. As per the 2011 stats, Nilkanth 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 Nilkanth

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nilkanth

Where is Nilkanth located?
Nilkanth village is situated in Latur Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilkanth?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilkanth is Pimpalgaon Amba (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nilkanth?
The pincode of Nilkanth is 413511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nilkanth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilkanth is 412, with 216 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Nilkanth as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nilkanth village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilkanth as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilkanth is 64.56%. The male literacy rate is 71.76%, while the female literacy rate is 56.63%.