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
As per Census 2011, Niana village has a total population of 571 people, consisting of 286 males and 285 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 344 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 243 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Niana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 571 | 286 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 45 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 243 | 123 | 120 |
| 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 has a total population of 571, including 286 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Niana?
There are 122 households in Niana.
What is the literacy rate in Niana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niana is 60.25%. Male literacy is 62.24% and female literacy is 58.25%.