Nilganje
Nilganje is a village located in Barrackpur Ii subdivision of North Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.2km away from sub-district headquarter Madhabpur (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Barasat. As per 2009 stats, Sewli is the gram panchayat of Nilganje village.
Nilganje has its own place in the vibrant North Twenty Four Parganas 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 Nilganje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilganje is 323121. The village spans a total geographical area of 93.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 700121. Barrackpur is nearest town to Nilganje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Nilganje village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bijpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barrackpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nilganje
Population of Nilganje
Below is a concise population overview of Nilganje as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,662 | 1,381 | 1,281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 119 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 478 | 236 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 2,049 | 1,112 | 937 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 269 | 344 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nilganje village:
- The total population of Nilganje village is around 2,662, including approximately 1,381 males and 1,281 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Nilganje village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nilganje village has 478 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 88 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nilganje village is about 76.97%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 73.15%.
- There are around 666 households in Nilganje village.
Connectivity of Nilganje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilganje. As per the 2011 stats, Nilganje had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nilganje
Knowing the nearby villages of Nilganje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nilganje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nilganje
- Where is Nilganje located?
- Nilganje village is situated in Barrackpur Ii Subdivision, within the North Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nilganje?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nilganje is Sewli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nilganje?
- The pincode of Nilganje is 700121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nilganje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilganje is 2,662, with 1,381 males and 1,281 females.
- How many households are there in Nilganje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nilganje village has a total of 666 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nilganje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilganje is 76.97%. The male literacy rate is 80.52%, while the female literacy rate is 73.15%.