Nikirai

Nikirai is a village located in Nikirai tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nikirai (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Nikirai village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Nikirai unique in its vibrant Nikirai-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Nikirai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Nikirai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikirai is 396582. The village spans a total geographical area of 331 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754214. Kendrapara is nearest town to Nikirai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Nikirai

According to the 2011 Census, Nikirai has a total population of about 4,201, with approximately 2,094 males and 2,107 females. The sex ratio is around 1006 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,243 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.55%, with male literacy at about 77.98% and female literacy near 69.15%. There are around 1,012 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nikirai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,201 2,094 2,107
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 453 228 225
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,243 632 611
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 1 2
Literate Population 3,090 1,633 1,457
Illiterate Population 1,111 461 650

Connectivity of Nikirai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nikirai. As per the 2011 stats, Nikirai 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 Nikirai

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nikirai

Where is Nikirai located?
Nikirai village is situated in Nikirai Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikirai?
Nikirai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Nikirai?
The pincode of Nikirai is 754214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nikirai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikirai is 4,201, with 2,094 males and 2,107 females.
How many households are there in Nikirai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikirai village has a total of 1,012 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikirai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikirai is 73.55%. The male literacy rate is 77.98%, while the female literacy rate is 69.15%.