Mihnu - Dalhousie, Chamba
Mihnu is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Chuhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mihnu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mihnu is 007361. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.69 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mihnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mihnu
As per Census 2011, Mihnu village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 109 males and 109 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mihnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 109 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 143 | 81 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 28 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Mihnu
Mihnu 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 Mihnu
Public transport in the Mihnu is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Mihnu is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Mihnu is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mihnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mihnu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mihnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mihnu 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mihnu
Where is Mihnu located?
Mihnu village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mihnu?
The Gram Panchayat of Mihnu is Chuhan.
What is the pincode of Mihnu?
The pincode of Mihnu is 176303.
What is the population of Mihnu?
Mihnu has a total population of 218, including 109 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Mihnu?
There are 44 households in Mihnu.
What is the literacy rate in Mihnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mihnu is 65.60%. Male literacy is 74.31% and female literacy is 56.88%.