Nila

Nila is a village located in Diamond Harbour Ii subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.4km away from sub-district headquarter Sarisha (tehsildar office) and 48.8km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Nurpur is the gram panchayat of Nila village.

Here you can discover what makes Nila unique in its vibrant Diamond Harbour Ii-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Nila’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Nila

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nila is 334423. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Nila village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Nila 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 Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Nila

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Population of Nila

According to the 2011 Census, Nila has a total population of about 2,155, with approximately 1,088 males and 1,067 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,873 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.93%, with male literacy at about 73.25% and female literacy near 66.54%. There are around 513 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nila's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,155 1,088 1,067
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 225 122 103
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,873 949 924
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 18 9 9
Literate Population 1,507 797 710
Illiterate Population 648 291 357

Connectivity of Nila

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nila. As per the 2011 stats, Nila had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nila

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nila

Where is Nila located?
Nila village is situated in Diamond Harbour Ii Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nila?
The Gram Panchayat of Nila is Nurpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nila?
The pincode of Nila is 743504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nila is 2,155, with 1,088 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Nila as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nila village has a total of 513 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nila as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nila is 69.93%. The male literacy rate is 73.25%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.