Nishikhal
Nishikhal is a village located in Tikiri tehsil of Rayagada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Tikiri (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Rayagada . As per 2009 stats, Sankarada is the gram panchayat of Nishikhal village.
Here you can discover what makes Nishikhal unique in its vibrant Tikiri-Rayagada region. You’ll see Nishikhal’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 Nishikhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nishikhal is 426053. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 765015. Rayagada is nearest town to Nishikhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Nishikhal
Population of Nishikhal
According to the 2011 Census, Nishikhal has a total population of about 495, with approximately 242 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 109 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 69 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 402. The overall literacy rate is approximately 13.74%, with male literacy at about 19.42% and female literacy near 8.30%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nishikhal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 495 | 242 | 253 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 196 | 206 |
Literate Population | 68 | 47 | 21 |
Illiterate Population | 427 | 195 | 232 |
Connectivity of Nishikhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nishikhal. As per the 2011 stats, Nishikhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nishikhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Nishikhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nishikhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nishikhal
- Where is Nishikhal located?
- Nishikhal village is situated in Tikiri Tehsil, within the Rayagada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nishikhal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nishikhal is Sankarada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nishikhal?
- The pincode of Nishikhal is 765015, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nishikhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nishikhal is 495, with 242 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Nishikhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nishikhal village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nishikhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nishikhal is 13.74%. The male literacy rate is 19.42%, while the female literacy rate is 8.30%.