Nigude
Nigude is a village located in Sawantwadi tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Sawantwadi (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Nigude village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Nigude unique in its vibrant Sawantwadi-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Nigude’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 Nigude
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nigude is 566905. The village spans a total geographical area of 461.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416510. Sawantwadi is nearest town to Nigude village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Nigude
Population of Nigude
According to the 2011 Census, Nigude has a total population of about 1,164, with approximately 547 males and 617 females. The sex ratio is around 1127 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 91 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.47%, with male literacy at about 86.84% and female literacy near 72.93%. There are around 287 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nigude's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,164 | 547 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 925 | 475 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 72 | 167 |
Connectivity of Nigude
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nigude. As per the 2011 stats, Nigude 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nigude
Knowing the nearby villages of Nigude helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nigude.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nigude
- Where is Nigude located?
- Nigude village is situated in Sawantwadi Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nigude?
- Nigude serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nigude?
- The pincode of Nigude is 416510, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nigude as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nigude is 1,164, with 547 males and 617 females.
- How many households are there in Nigude as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nigude village has a total of 287 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nigude as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nigude is 79.47%. The male literacy rate is 86.84%, while the female literacy rate is 72.93%.