Niktimal - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Niktimal is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niktimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niktimal is 385033. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Niktimal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niktimal
As per Census 2011, Niktimal village has a total population of 88 people, consisting of 47 males and 41 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niktimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 47 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 15 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Niktimal
Niktimal 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 Niktimal
Niktimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Niktimal is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Niktimal is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niktimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niktimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Niktimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niktimal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niktimal
Where is Niktimal located?
Niktimal village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niktimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Niktimal is Jarda.
What is the pincode of Niktimal?
The pincode of Niktimal is 770043.
What is the population of Niktimal?
Niktimal has a total population of 88, including 47 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Niktimal?
There are 24 households in Niktimal.
What is the literacy rate in Niktimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niktimal is 61.36%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 53.66%.