Nawa Shehar - Kotla, Kangra
Nawa Shehar is a village situated in the Kotla tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 42 km from Dharmsala. Trilokpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawa Shehar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawa Shehar is 009242. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.81 hectares and falls under the 176225 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Nawa Shehar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawa Shehar
As per Census 2011, Nawa Shehar village has a total population of 220 people, consisting of 94 males and 126 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,340 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 24 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nawa Shehar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 94 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 3 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 86 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 8 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Nawa Shehar
Nawa Shehar 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 Nawa Shehar
Nawa Shehar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Dharmsala to Nawa Shehar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawa Shehar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawa Shehar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nawa Shehar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawa Shehar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nawa Shehar
Where is Nawa Shehar located?
Nawa Shehar village is located in Kotla Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawa Shehar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawa Shehar is Trilokpur.
What is the pincode of Nawa Shehar?
The pincode of Nawa Shehar is 176225.
What is the population of Nawa Shehar?
Nawa Shehar has a total population of 220, including 94 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Nawa Shehar?
There are 40 households in Nawa Shehar.
What is the literacy rate in Nawa Shehar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawa Shehar is 89.09%. Male literacy is 91.49% and female literacy is 87.30%.