Niar

Niar is a village located in Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 85km away from district headquarter Kotla Khas. Kotla Khas is the sub-district headquarter of Niar village. As per 2009 stats, Niar village is also a gram panchayat.

Niar has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Niar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Niar is 010660. The village spans a total geographical area of 172.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177112. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Niar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Niar

Below is a concise population overview of Niar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 391 176 215
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 26 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 19 19
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 307 141 166
Illiterate Population 84 35 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Niar village:

  • The total population of Niar village is around 391, including approximately 176 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 1221 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Niar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Niar village has 38 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Niar village is about 78.52%, with male literacy at 80.11% and female literacy at 77.21%.
  • There are around 113 households in Niar village.

Connectivity of Niar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Niar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Niar

Where is Niar located?
Niar village is situated in Jaswan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niar?
Niar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Niar?
The pincode of Niar is 177112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Niar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Niar is 391, with 176 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Niar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Niar village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Niar is 78.52%. The male literacy rate is 80.11%, while the female literacy rate is 77.21%.