Niani - Ludhiana (East), Ludhiana
Niani is a village situated in the Ludhiana (East) tehsil of Ludhiana district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ludhiana (east) and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Ludhiana. Miani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niani is 033402. The village covers a total geographical area of 664 hectares and falls under the 141127 pincode. Ludhiana is the nearest town.
Niani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehgarh Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niani
According to the 2011 Census, Niani village had a total population of 955 people, including 493 males and 462 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 82.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 457.
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 | 955 | 493 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 236 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 361 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 132 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Niani
Niani 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 Niani
Niani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Niani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ludhiana to Niani is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Niani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Niani
Where is Niani located?
Niani village is located in Ludhiana (East) Tehsil, Ludhiana district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Niani?
The Gram Panchayat of Niani is Miani.
What is the pincode of Niani?
The pincode of Niani is 141127.
What is the population of Niani?
Niani had a total population of 955, including 493 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Niani?
Niani had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niani was 82.42%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 82.21%.