Nighi

Nighi is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Nighi Khurad is the gram panchayat of Nighi village.

Nighi has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Nighi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nighi is 032428. The village spans a total geographical area of 556 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144522. Balachaur is nearest town to Nighi village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nighi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 848 438 410
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 57 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 11 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 506 300 206
Illiterate Population 342 138 204

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

  • The total population of Nighi village is around 848, including approximately 438 males and 410 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Nighi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nighi village has 21 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nighi village is about 59.67%, with male literacy at 68.49% and female literacy at 50.24%.
  • There are around 189 households in Nighi village.

Connectivity of Nighi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nighi. As per the 2011 stats, Nighi 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nighi

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

Bagowal Golu Majra Tundewal Malewal Balewal Jandi Mohan Majra Kolar Thanwala Balowal Saunkhari Mansewal

Frequently Asked Questions about Nighi

Where is Nighi located?
Nighi village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nighi?
The Gram Panchayat of Nighi is Nighi Khurad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nighi?
The pincode of Nighi is 144522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nighi is 848, with 438 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Nighi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nighi village has a total of 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nighi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nighi is 59.67%. The male literacy rate is 68.49%, while the female literacy rate is 50.24%.