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.

Here you can discover what makes Nihon unique in its vibrant Padhar-Mandi region. You’ll see Nihon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

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.

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Population of Nihon

According to the 2011 Census, Nihon has a total population of about 300, with approximately 157 males and 143 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 117 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.33%, with male literacy at about 80.25% and female literacy near 57.34%. There are around 55 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Nihon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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%.