Nihar Kalan
Nihar Kalan is a village located in Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 106km away from district headquarter Lad Bharol. Lad Bharol is the sub-district headquarter of Nihar Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Upridhar is the gram panchayat of Nihar Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Nihar Kalan unique in its vibrant Lad Bharol-Mandi region. You’ll see Nihar Kalan’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 Nihar Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihar Kalan is 013472. The village spans a total geographical area of 81.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175032. Jogindarnagar is nearest town to Nihar Kalan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Nihar Kalan 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 Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Nihar Kalan
Population of Nihar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Nihar Kalan has a total population of about 124, with approximately 51 males and 73 females. The sex ratio is around 1431 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 8 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 68.55%, with male literacy at about 76.47% and female literacy near 63.01%. There are around 37 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nihar Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 51 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 12 | 27 |
Connectivity of Nihar Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nihar Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Nihar Kalan 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nihar Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nihar Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nihar Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nihar Kalan
- Where is Nihar Kalan located?
- Nihar Kalan village is situated in Lad Bharol Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nihar Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nihar Kalan is Upridhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nihar Kalan?
- The pincode of Nihar Kalan is 175032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nihar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihar Kalan is 124, with 51 males and 73 females.
- How many households are there in Nihar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nihar Kalan village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nihar Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihar Kalan is 68.55%. The male literacy rate is 76.47%, while the female literacy rate is 63.01%.