Nigadi
Nigadi is a village located in Mandangad tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 64km away from sub-district headquarter Mandangad (tehsildar office) and 204km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Nigadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Nigadi has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri 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 Nigadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigadi is 564711. The village spans a total geographical area of 277.18 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Nigadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 63km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nigadi 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nigadi
Population of Nigadi
Below is a concise population overview of Nigadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 287 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 236 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 51 | 77 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nigadi village:
- The total population of Nigadi village is around 661, including approximately 287 males and 374 females, with a sex ratio of 1303 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Nigadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nigadi village has 67 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 17 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nigadi village is about 80.64%, with male literacy at 82.23% and female literacy at 79.41%.
- There are around 169 households in Nigadi village.
Connectivity of Nigadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigadi. As per the 2011 stats, Nigadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nigadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Nigadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nigadi
- Where is Nigadi located?
- Nigadi village is situated in Mandangad Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nigadi?
- Nigadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Nigadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigadi is 661, with 287 males and 374 females.
- How many households are there in Nigadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nigadi village has a total of 169 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nigadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigadi is 80.64%. The male literacy rate is 82.23%, while the female literacy rate is 79.41%.