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
As per Census 2011, Niani village has a total population of 955 people, consisting of 493 males and 462 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 457 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 955 | 493 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 457 | 236 | 221 |
| 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 has a total population of 955, including 493 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Niani?
There are 177 households in Niani.
What is the literacy rate in Niani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niani is 73.61%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 74.03%.