Niktimal

Niktimal is a village located in Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Laikera (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Niktimal village is also a gram panchayat.

Niktimal has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Niktimal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Niktimal is 381227. The village spans a total geographical area of 2144 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768213. Jharsuguda is nearest town to Niktimal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

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Population of Niktimal

Below is a concise population overview of Niktimal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,500 1,748 1,752
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 351 192 159
Scheduled Castes (SC) 790 386 404
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,449 744 705
Literate Population 2,207 1,220 987
Illiterate Population 1,293 528 765

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Niktimal village:

  • The total population of Niktimal village is around 3,500, including approximately 1,748 males and 1,752 females, with a sex ratio of 1002 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 351 children aged 0–6 years in Niktimal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Niktimal village has 790 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,449 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Niktimal village is about 63.06%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 56.34%.
  • There are around 933 households in Niktimal village.

Connectivity of Niktimal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Niktimal. As per the 2011 stats, Niktimal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Niktimal

Knowing the nearby villages of Niktimal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Niktimal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Niktimal

Where is Niktimal located?
Niktimal village is situated in Laikera Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niktimal?
Niktimal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Niktimal?
The pincode of Niktimal is 768213, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Niktimal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Niktimal is 3,500, with 1,748 males and 1,752 females.
How many households are there in Niktimal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Niktimal village has a total of 933 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niktimal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Niktimal is 63.06%. The male literacy rate is 69.79%, while the female literacy rate is 56.34%.