Nihe - Palghar
Nihe is a village situated in the Palghar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Palghar and around 98 km from Thane. Nihe village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihe is 552248. The village covers a total geographical area of 620.13 hectares and falls under the 401405 pincode. Palghar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nihe village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nihe
As per Census 2011, Nihe village has a total population of 2,246 people, consisting of 1,147 males and 1,099 females. The village has 478 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,127 literate and 1,119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,592 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nihe are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,246 | 1,147 | 1,099 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,592 | 799 | 793 |
| Literate Population | 1,127 | 687 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 460 | 659 |
Nearby Villages of Nihe
Nihe is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nihe
Public transport in the Nihe is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palghar to Nihe is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Nihe is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihe
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihe village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nihe
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihe village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nihe
Where is Nihe located?
Nihe village is located in Palghar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihe?
Nihe is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nihe?
The pincode of Nihe is 401405.
What is the population of Nihe?
Nihe has a total population of 2,246, including 1,147 males and 1,099 females.
How many households are there in Nihe?
There are 478 households in Nihe.
What is the literacy rate in Nihe?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihe is 50.18%. Male literacy is 59.90% and female literacy is 40.04%.