Nikhoria - Bansi, Siddharthnagar
Nikhoria is a village situated in the Bansi tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Nikhoria village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nikhoria is 177548. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.78 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nikhoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nikhoria
According to the 2011 Census, Nikhoria village had a total population of 510 people, including 257 males and 253 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.18%, with male literacy at 82.74% and female literacy at 63.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
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 | 510 | 257 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 187 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 70 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Nikhoria
Nikhoria 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 Nikhoria
Nikhoria 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Nikhoria is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Nikhoria is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nikhoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nikhoria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nikhoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nikhoria 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 Nikhoria
Where is Nikhoria located?
Nikhoria village is located in Bansi Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nikhoria?
Nikhoria is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nikhoria?
The pincode of Nikhoria is 272148.
What is the population of Nikhoria?
Nikhoria had a total population of 510, including 257 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Nikhoria?
Nikhoria had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikhoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nikhoria was 73.18%. Male literacy was 82.74% and female literacy was 63.08%.