Nuhn - Dalhousie, Chamba
Nuhn is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Nagali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuhn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuhn is 007428. The village covers a total geographical area of 103 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Nuhn 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 Nuhn
As per Census 2011, Nuhn village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 94 males and 122 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,297 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nuhn are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 94 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 24 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Nuhn
Nuhn 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 Nuhn
Nuhn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Nuhn is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Nuhn is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuhn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuhn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuhn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuhn 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuhn
Where is Nuhn located?
Nuhn village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuhn?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuhn is Nagali.
What is the pincode of Nuhn?
The pincode of Nuhn is 176303.
What is the population of Nuhn?
Nuhn has a total population of 216, including 94 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Nuhn?
There are 38 households in Nuhn.
What is the literacy rate in Nuhn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuhn is 61.57%. Male literacy is 74.47% and female literacy is 51.64%.