Nawan Shehr

Nawan Shehr is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Nawan Shehr village. As per 2009 stats, Charudi is the gram panchayat of Nawan Shehr village.

Here you can discover what makes Nawan Shehr unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Nawan Shehr’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Nawan Shehr

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nawan Shehr is 008493. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176204. Nurpur is nearest town to Nawan Shehr village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Nawan Shehr village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Nawan Shehr

According to the 2011 Census, Nawan Shehr has a total population of about 256, with approximately 126 males and 130 females. The sex ratio is around 1031 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.31%, with male literacy at about 70.63% and female literacy near 70.00%. There are around 50 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nawan Shehr's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 256 126 130
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 23 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 180 89 91
Illiterate Population 76 37 39

Connectivity of Nawan Shehr

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

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

Nearby Villages of Nawan Shehr

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Nawan Shehr

Where is Nawan Shehr located?
Nawan Shehr village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawan Shehr?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawan Shehr is Charudi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nawan Shehr?
The pincode of Nawan Shehr is 176204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nawan Shehr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nawan Shehr is 256, with 126 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Nawan Shehr as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nawan Shehr village has a total of 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawan Shehr as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nawan Shehr is 70.31%. The male literacy rate is 70.63%, while the female literacy rate is 70.00%.