Nizigarh - Tigiria, Cuttack
Nizigarh is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Nizigarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nizigarh is 398995. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Nuapatna is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Nizigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nizigarh
As per Census 2011, Nizigarh village has a total population of 3,943 people, consisting of 2,015 males and 1,928 females. The village has 885 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,064 literate and 879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 536 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nizigarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,943 | 2,015 | 1,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 214 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 266 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 3,064 | 1,644 | 1,420 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 371 | 508 |
Nearby Villages of Nizigarh
Nizigarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karadapalli | West | 1.75 km |
| Kumbhiput | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Baneswarpada | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Sudarsanpur | North | 2.32 km |
| Panchagan | East | 2.41 km |
| Purunatigiria | South | 2.73 km |
| Mahuldhipa | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Paikianara | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Badabhuindal | East | 3.72 km |
| Sesagan | North-East | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nizigarh
Nizigarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Joranda Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nuapatna to Nizigarh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Nizigarh 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 Nizigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nizigarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nizigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nizigarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nizigarh
Where is Nizigarh located?
Nizigarh village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nizigarh?
Nizigarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nizigarh?
The pincode of Nizigarh is 754030.
What is the population of Nizigarh?
Nizigarh has a total population of 3,943, including 2,015 males and 1,928 females.
How many households are there in Nizigarh?
There are 885 households in Nizigarh.
What is the literacy rate in Nizigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nizigarh is 77.71%. Male literacy is 81.59% and female literacy is 73.65%.