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
As per Census 2011, Grahan village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 189 males and 164 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Grahan are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 353, including 189 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Grahan?
There are 66 households in Grahan.
What is the literacy rate in Grahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Grahan is 61.76%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 46.34%.