Niski - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Niski is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sonepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niski village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niski is 417518. The village falls under the 762104 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Niski village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niski
As per Census 2011, Niski village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 41 males and 38 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niski are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 17 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 24 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Niski
Niski 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 Niski
Niski is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Niski is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Niski is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niski
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niski 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Niski
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niski village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niski
Where is Niski located?
Niski village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niski?
The Gram Panchayat of Niski is Sonepur.
What is the pincode of Niski?
The pincode of Niski is 762104.
What is the population of Niski?
Niski has a total population of 79, including 41 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Niski?
There are 19 households in Niski.
What is the literacy rate in Niski?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niski is 26.58%. Male literacy is 41.46% and female literacy is 10.53%.