Grahan - Nihri, Mandi
Grahan is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Serikothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Grahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Grahan is 015578. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Grahan 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 Grahan
According to the 2011 Census, Grahan village had a total population of 353 people, including 189 males and 164 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.32%, with male literacy at 84.02% and female literacy at 53.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 265, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 353 | 189 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 140 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 142 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 47 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Grahan
Grahan 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 Grahan
Public transport in the Grahan 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 Grahan is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Grahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Grahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Grahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Grahan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Grahan
Where is Grahan located?
Grahan village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Grahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Grahan is Serikothi.
What is the pincode of Grahan?
The pincode of Grahan is 175038.
What is the population of Grahan?
Grahan had a total population of 353, including 189 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Grahan?
Grahan had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Grahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grahan was 70.32%. Male literacy was 84.02% and female literacy was 53.90%.