Sanihan - Dehar, Mandi
Sanihan is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Mandi. Dhwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanihan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanihan is 014296. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.95 hectares and falls under the 175017 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Sanihan 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 Sanihan
According to the 2011 Census, Sanihan village had a total population of 324 people, including 163 males and 161 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.46%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 65.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 324 | 163 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 115 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 48 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Sanihan
Sanihan 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 Sanihan
Sanihan 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Sanihan is about 55 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 Sanihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanihan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanihan 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 Sanihan
Where is Sanihan located?
Sanihan village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanihan is Dhwal.
What is the pincode of Sanihan?
The pincode of Sanihan is 175017.
What is the population of Sanihan?
Sanihan had a total population of 324, including 163 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Sanihan?
Sanihan had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanihan was 75.46%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 65.94%.