Nilganja
Nilganja is a village located in Chandrakona Ii subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.1km away from sub-district headquarter Chandrakona . Midnapur is the district headquarter of Nilganja village. As per 2009 stats, Basanchora is the gram panchayat of Nilganja village.
Nilganja has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur 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 Nilganja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nilganja is 337539. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721201. Chandrakona is nearest town to Nilganja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Nilganja
Below is a concise population overview of Nilganja 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 | 1,650 | 838 | 812 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 308 | 286 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 511 | 255 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 1,072 | 611 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 227 | 351 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nilganja village:
- The total population of Nilganja village is around 1,650, including approximately 838 males and 812 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 193 children aged 0–6 years in Nilganja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nilganja village has 594 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 511 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nilganja village is about 64.97%, with male literacy at 72.91% and female literacy at 56.77%.
- There are around 351 households in Nilganja village.
Connectivity of Nilganja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nilganja. As per the 2011 stats, Nilganja 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 Nilganja
Knowing the nearby villages of Nilganja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nilganja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nilganja
- Where is Nilganja located?
- Nilganja village is situated in Chandrakona Ii Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nilganja?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nilganja is Basanchora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nilganja?
- The pincode of Nilganja is 721201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nilganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nilganja is 1,650, with 838 males and 812 females.
- How many households are there in Nilganja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nilganja village has a total of 351 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nilganja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nilganja is 64.97%. The male literacy rate is 72.91%, while the female literacy rate is 56.77%.