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
According to the 2011 Census, Ahan village had a total population of 184 people, including 99 males and 85 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 84.15% and female literacy at 61.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 99 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 184, including 99 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Ahan?
Ahan had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahan was 73.38%. Male literacy was 84.15% and female literacy was 61.11%.