Nihon
Nihon is a village located in Padhar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Padhar. Padhar is the sub-district headquarter of Nihon village. As per 2009 stats, Kufri Drg is the gram panchayat of Nihon village.
Nihon has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Nihon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihon is 013112. The village spans a total geographical area of 155.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176121. Mandi is nearest town to Nihon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Nihon 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 Darang 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 Nihon
Population of Nihon
Below is a concise population overview of Nihon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 208 | 126 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 31 | 61 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nihon village:
- The total population of Nihon village is around 300, including approximately 157 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Nihon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nihon village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Nihon village is about 69.33%, with male literacy at 80.25% and female literacy at 57.34%.
- There are around 55 households in Nihon village.
Connectivity of Nihon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nihon. As per the 2011 stats, Nihon 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nihon
Knowing the nearby villages of Nihon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nihon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nihon
- Where is Nihon located?
- Nihon village is situated in Padhar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nihon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nihon is Kufri Drg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nihon?
- The pincode of Nihon is 176121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nihon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihon is 300, with 157 males and 143 females.
- How many households are there in Nihon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nihon village has a total of 55 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nihon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihon is 69.33%. The male literacy rate is 80.25%, while the female literacy rate is 57.34%.