Nimja - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Nimja is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Panchet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nimja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nimja is 345105. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.52 hectares and falls under the 721438 pincode.
Nimja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nimja
According to the 2011 Census, Nimja village had a total population of 821 people, including 422 males and 399 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.51%, with male literacy at 97.01% and female literacy at 87.82%.
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 | 821 | 422 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 357 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 65 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Nimja
Nimja 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 Nimja
Nimja 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Nimja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nimja village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nimja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nimja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nimja
Where is Nimja located?
Nimja village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nimja?
The Gram Panchayat of Nimja is Panchet.
What is the pincode of Nimja?
The pincode of Nimja is 721438.
What is the population of Nimja?
Nimja had a total population of 821, including 422 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Nimja?
Nimja had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nimja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nimja was 92.51%. Male literacy was 97.01% and female literacy was 87.82%.