Nahan

Nahan is a village located in Rakkar tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Rakkar. Rakkar is the sub-district headquarter of Nahan village. As per 2009 stats, Nahan Nagrota is the gram panchayat of Nahan village.

Nahan 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 Nahan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nahan is 010712. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177108. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Nahan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Nahan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 245 101 144
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 26 15 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 28 15 13
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 206 84 122
Illiterate Population 39 17 22

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

  • The total population of Nahan village is around 245, including approximately 101 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 1425 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Nahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nahan village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nahan village is about 84.08%, with male literacy at 83.17% and female literacy at 84.72%.
  • There are around 51 households in Nahan village.

Connectivity of Nahan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nahan. As per the 2011 stats, Nahan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nahan

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

Chamba Katuati Sukrala Chamba Khas Chamba Nagrota Nahan Aloh Buhla Garli Garli Khas Mahun Bani Mera

Frequently Asked Questions about Nahan

Where is Nahan located?
Nahan village is situated in Rakkar Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahan is Nahan Nagrota (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nahan?
The pincode of Nahan is 177108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nahan is 245, with 101 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Nahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nahan village has a total of 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nahan is 84.08%. The male literacy rate is 83.17%, while the female literacy rate is 84.72%.