Nimigan - Hinjili, Ganjam
Nimigan is a village situated in the Hinjili tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinjili and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Darubhadra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nimigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimigan is 412321. The village covers a total geographical area of 388 hectares and falls under the 761101 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Nimigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nimigan
As per Census 2011, Nimigan village has a total population of 2,185 people, consisting of 1,091 males and 1,094 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,341 literate and 844 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,185 | 1,091 | 1,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 108 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 152 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,341 | 806 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 285 | 559 |
Nearby Villages of Nimigan
Nimigan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Darubhadra | South | 1.58 km |
| Badiambagam | North | 1.63 km |
| Sapuapalli | West | 1.84 km |
| Sasan Ambagam | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Belagan | East | 2.37 km |
| Mahanapalli | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Gandala | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Punarkhandi | West | 3.37 km |
| Palasi | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Saradhapur | South-West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimigan
Nimigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagan Nathapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.7 km.
| 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 Brahmapur to Nimigan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nimigan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nimigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimigan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nimigan
Where is Nimigan located?
Nimigan village is located in Hinjili Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nimigan is Darubhadra.
What is the pincode of Nimigan?
The pincode of Nimigan is 761101.
What is the population of Nimigan?
Nimigan has a total population of 2,185, including 1,091 males and 1,094 females.
How many households are there in Nimigan?
There are 484 households in Nimigan.
What is the literacy rate in Nimigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimigan is 61.37%. Male literacy is 73.88% and female literacy is 48.90%.