Nikash

Nikash is a village located in Jangipara subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.7km away from sub-district headquarter Jangipara (tehsildar office) and 53.1km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Dilakash is the gram panchayat of Nikash village.

Nikash has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Nikash

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikash is 325726. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 712404. Borgachia is nearest town to Nikash village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Nikash

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,014 517 497
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 106 45 61
Scheduled Castes (SC) 332 180 152
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 N/A 1
Literate Population 802 441 361
Illiterate Population 212 76 136

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

  • The total population of Nikash village is around 1,014, including approximately 517 males and 497 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Nikash village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nikash village has 332 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Nikash village is about 79.09%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 72.64%.
  • There are around 224 households in Nikash village.

Connectivity of Nikash

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nikash. As per the 2011 stats, Nikash 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nikash

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

Mandaran Dilakash Khurigachhi Kulakash Kandar Panagar Paschim Gobindapur Borhal Satghara Mathurabati Krishnanagar Mohanbati Chakpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Nikash

Where is Nikash located?
Nikash village is situated in Jangipara Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikash?
The Gram Panchayat of Nikash is Dilakash (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nikash?
The pincode of Nikash is 712404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nikash as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikash is 1,014, with 517 males and 497 females.
How many households are there in Nikash as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikash village has a total of 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikash as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikash is 79.09%. The male literacy rate is 85.30%, while the female literacy rate is 72.64%.