Nijampur - Bhograi, Balasore
Nijampur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Kamarda and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Durpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nijampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nijampur is 391871. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Nijampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nijampur
According to the 2011 Census, Nijampur village had a total population of 430 people, including 226 males and 204 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.50%, with male literacy at 98.10% and female literacy at 90.48%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 430 | 226 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 207 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Nijampur
Nijampur 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 Nijampur
Nijampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Nijampur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Nijampur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nijampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nijampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nijampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nijampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nijampur
Where is Nijampur located?
Nijampur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nijampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijampur is Durpal.
What is the pincode of Nijampur?
The pincode of Nijampur is 756036.
What is the population of Nijampur?
Nijampur had a total population of 430, including 226 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Nijampur?
Nijampur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nijampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nijampur was 94.50%. Male literacy was 98.10% and female literacy was 90.48%.