Nikwel
About Nikwel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nikwel village is 550125. Nikwel village is located in Baglan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Satana (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Nikwel village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 485.1 hectares. Nikwel has a total population of 1,556 peoples, out of which male population is 790 while female population is 766. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nikwel village is 60.80% out of which 66.58% males and 54.83% females are literate. There are about 308 houses in nikwel village.
When it comes to administration, Nikwel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nikwel village comes under Baglan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhule Lok Sabha constituency. Satana is nearest town to nikwel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Nikwel
The population details of Nikwel cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,556 | 790 | 766 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 258 | 135 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 908 | 451 | 457 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 526 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 610 | 264 | 346 |
Connectivity of Nikwel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nikwel
Where is Nikwel located?
Nikwel village is situated in Baglan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikwel?
Nikwel serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Nikwel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikwel is 1,556, with 790 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Nikwel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikwel village has a total of 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikwel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikwel is 60.80%. The male literacy rate is 66.58%, while the female literacy rate is 54.83%.