Nimina - Polasara, Ganjam
Nimina is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. K.barida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nimina village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimina is 411569. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Nimina village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nimina
As per Census 2011, Nimina village has a total population of 1,993 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 990 females. The village has 504 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,355 literate and 638 illiterate residents. Additionally, 311 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nimina are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,993 | 1,003 | 990 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 158 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 1,355 | 770 | 585 |
| Illiterate Population | 638 | 233 | 405 |
Nearby Villages of Nimina
Nimina 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hansaralli | North | 0.96 km |
| Khairachata | South-West | 1.01 km |
| Tentulia | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Bileijhari | South | 1.89 km |
| Khajuria | North | 2.06 km |
| Sanabaragam | West | 2.25 km |
| Bhabarada | North | 2.94 km |
| Madhupalli | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Gopiapalli | North-East | 3.49 km |
| Narasingapalli | North-West | 3.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nimina
Nimina is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Nimina is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Nimina is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nimina
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimina village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nimina
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimina 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nimina
Where is Nimina located?
Nimina village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nimina?
The Gram Panchayat of Nimina is K.barida.
What is the pincode of Nimina?
The pincode of Nimina is 761105.
What is the population of Nimina?
Nimina has a total population of 1,993, including 1,003 males and 990 females.
How many households are there in Nimina?
There are 504 households in Nimina.
What is the literacy rate in Nimina?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimina is 67.99%. Male literacy is 76.77% and female literacy is 59.09%.