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.
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.
For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niski
According to the 2011 Census, Niski village had a total population of 79 people, including 41 males and 38 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.81%, with male literacy at 51.52% and female literacy at 12.90%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 79.
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 | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 pincode of Niski?
The pincode of Niski is 762104.
What is the population of Niski?
Niski had a total population of 79, including 41 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Niski?
Niski had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niski?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niski was 32.81%. Male literacy was 51.52% and female literacy was 12.90%.