Niana - Balachaur, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar
Niana is a village situated in the Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balachaur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . Niana Bet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niana is 032352. The village covers a total geographical area of 204 hectares and falls under the 144521 pincode. Balachaur is the nearest town.
Niana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Niana
According to the 2011 Census, Niana village had a total population of 571 people, including 286 males and 285 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.20%, with male literacy at 73.86% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 243.
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 | 571 | 286 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 178 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 108 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Niana
Niana 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 Niana
Niana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar to Niana is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Niana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Niana
Where is Niana located?
Niana village is located in Balachaur Tehsil, Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niana?
The Gram Panchayat of Niana is Niana Bet.
What is the pincode of Niana?
The pincode of Niana is 144521.
What is the population of Niana?
Niana had a total population of 571, including 286 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Niana?
Niana had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niana was 70.20%. Male literacy was 73.86% and female literacy was 66.67%.