Nihri - Nihri, Mandi
Nihri is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihri is 015661. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.34 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Nihri 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 Nihri
As per Census 2011, Nihri village has a total population of 675 people, consisting of 353 males and 322 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 193 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nihri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 675 | 353 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 122 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 280 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 73 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Nihri
Nihri 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 Nihri
Nihri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Nihri is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nihri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihri 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Nihri
Where is Nihri located?
Nihri village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihri?
Nihri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nihri?
The pincode of Nihri is 175038.
What is the population of Nihri?
Nihri has a total population of 675, including 353 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Nihri?
There are 172 households in Nihri.
What is the literacy rate in Nihri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihri is 71.41%. Male literacy is 79.32% and female literacy is 62.73%.