Nichemaska - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Nichemaska is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nichemaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nichemaska is 424237. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Nichemaska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nichemaska
According to the 2011 Census, Nichemaska village had a total population of 402 people, including 193 males and 209 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.56%, with male literacy at 57.24% and female literacy at 21.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 198.
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 | 402 | 193 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 25 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 87 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 106 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Nichemaska
Nichemaska 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 Nichemaska
Nichemaska is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Nichemaska is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nichemaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nichemaska village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nichemaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nichemaska 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nichemaska
Where is Nichemaska located?
Nichemaska village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nichemaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Nichemaska is Sindhipadar.
What is the pincode of Nichemaska?
The pincode of Nichemaska is 766037.
What is the population of Nichemaska?
Nichemaska had a total population of 402, including 193 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Nichemaska?
Nichemaska had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nichemaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nichemaska was 38.56%. Male literacy was 57.24% and female literacy was 21.56%.