Ahan - Dehar, Mandi
Ahan is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Mandi. Dhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahan is 014297. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.33 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Ahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahan
As per Census 2011, Ahan village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 99 males and 85 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 30 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Ahan
Ahan 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 Ahan
Ahan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Ahan is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahan
Where is Ahan located?
Ahan village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahan is Dhwal.
What is the pincode of Ahan?
The pincode of Ahan is 175017.
What is the population of Ahan?
Ahan has a total population of 184, including 99 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Ahan?
There are 38 households in Ahan.
What is the literacy rate in Ahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahan is 61.41%. Male literacy is 69.70% and female literacy is 51.76%.