Nilona - Darwha, Yavatmal
Nilona is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Kurhad Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilona is 542531. The village covers a total geographical area of 552 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nilona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nilona
As per Census 2011, Nilona village has a total population of 529 people, consisting of 271 males and 258 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nilona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 529 | 271 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 226 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 45 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Nilona
Nilona is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mangkinhi | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Kumbharkinhi | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Bramhanath | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Hatni | East | 4.21 km |
| Pimpalkhuta | North-West | 4.24 km |
| Sewadasnagar | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Khopdi Bk. | East | 5.19 km |
| Chorkhopadi | North | 5.49 km |
| Bijora | North-East | 5.73 km |
| Chopadi | East | 5.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nilona
Public transport in the Nilona is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.5 km.
| 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 Darwha to Nilona is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Nilona is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilona village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nilona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilona
Where is Nilona located?
Nilona village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilona?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilona is Kurhad Bk.
What is the pincode of Nilona?
The pincode of Nilona is 445202.
What is the population of Nilona?
Nilona has a total population of 529, including 271 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Nilona?
There are 132 households in Nilona.
What is the literacy rate in Nilona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilona is 75.80%. Male literacy is 83.39% and female literacy is 67.83%.