Nihan - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Nihan is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihan is 019307. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.93 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Nihan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nihan
As per Census 2011, Nihan village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 109 males and 113 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nihan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 92 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 17 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Nihan
Nihan 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 Nihan
Public transport in the Nihan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Nihan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nihan
Where is Nihan located?
Nihan village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihan?
Nihan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nihan?
The pincode of Nihan is 174021.
What is the population of Nihan?
Nihan has a total population of 222, including 109 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Nihan?
There are 54 households in Nihan.
What is the literacy rate in Nihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihan is 77.48%. Male literacy is 84.40% and female literacy is 70.80%.