Nijjar

Nijjar is a village located in Baba Bakala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Baba Bakala (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Nijar is the gram panchayat of Nijjar village.

Nijjar has its own place in the vibrant Amritsar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nijjar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nijjar is 037716. The village spans a total geographical area of 151 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143112. Rayya is nearest town to Nijjar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nijjar

Below is a concise population overview of Nijjar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 855 434 421
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 44 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 305 160 145
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 589 313 276
Illiterate Population 266 121 145

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nijjar village:

  • The total population of Nijjar village is around 855, including approximately 434 males and 421 females, with a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Nijjar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nijjar village has 305 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nijjar village is about 68.89%, with male literacy at 72.12% and female literacy at 65.56%.
  • There are around 174 households in Nijjar village.

Connectivity of Nijjar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nijjar. As per the 2011 stats, Nijjar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Nijjar

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

Chhapianwali Umra Nangal Chimabath Padde Padiana Madh Naranjanpur Fattuwal Kaler Ghumman Loharanwala Butari Lohgarh

Frequently Asked Questions about Nijjar

Where is Nijjar located?
Nijjar village is situated in Baba Bakala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nijjar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nijjar is Nijar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nijjar?
The pincode of Nijjar is 143112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nijjar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nijjar is 855, with 434 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Nijjar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nijjar village has a total of 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nijjar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nijjar is 68.89%. The male literacy rate is 72.12%, while the female literacy rate is 65.56%.