Sarihani - Nihri, Mandi
Sarihani is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Saujha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarihani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarihani is 015607. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.7 hectares and falls under the 175009 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Sarihani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Sarihani
According to the 2011 Census, Sarihani village had a total population of 171 people, including 95 males and 76 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.97%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 52.
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 | 171 | 95 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sarihani
Sarihani 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 Sarihani
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sarihani.
| 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 Sarihani is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarihani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarihani 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarihani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarihani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarihani
Where is Sarihani located?
Sarihani village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarihani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarihani is Saujha.
What is the pincode of Sarihani?
The pincode of Sarihani is 175009.
What is the population of Sarihani?
Sarihani had a total population of 171, including 95 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Sarihani?
Sarihani had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarihani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarihani was 70.97%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 60.00%.