Nistia - Mayureswar - II, Birbhum
Nistia is a village situated in the Mayureswar - II subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotasur and around 33.2 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Dheka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nistia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nistia is 316694. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.3 hectares and falls under the 731213 pincode. Sainthia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nistia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nistia
According to the 2011 Census, Nistia village had a total population of 605 people, including 310 males and 295 females, living in 136 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.60%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 66.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 299, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 605 | 310 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 155 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 412 | 239 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 71 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Nistia
Nistia 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 Nistia
Nistia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sainthia to Nistia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Nistia is about 33.2 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 Nistia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nistia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nistia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nistia 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 Nistia
Where is Nistia located?
Nistia village is located in Mayureswar - II Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nistia?
The Gram Panchayat of Nistia is Dheka.
What is the pincode of Nistia?
The pincode of Nistia is 731213.
What is the population of Nistia?
Nistia had a total population of 605, including 310 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Nistia?
Nistia had 136 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nistia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nistia was 75.60%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 66.03%.