Ahan

Ahan is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Ahan village. As per 2009 stats, Dhwal Snr is the gram panchayat of Ahan village.

Here you can discover what makes Ahan unique in its vibrant Sundarnagar-Mandi region. You’ll see Ahan’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 Ahan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ahan is 014297. The village spans a total geographical area of 144.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175022. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Ahan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Ahan 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 Sundernagar 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 Ahan

According to the 2011 Census, Ahan has a total population of about 184, with approximately 99 males and 85 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 30 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 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 61.41%, with male literacy at about 69.70% and female literacy near 51.76%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ahan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 184 99 85
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 30 17 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 38 23 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 113 69 44
Illiterate Population 71 30 41

Connectivity of Ahan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ahan. As per the 2011 stats, Ahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Ahan

Knowing the nearby villages of Ahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ahan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ahan

Where is Ahan located?
Ahan village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahan is Dhwal Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ahan?
The pincode of Ahan is 175022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ahan is 184, with 99 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Ahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ahan village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ahan is 61.41%. The male literacy rate is 69.70%, while the female literacy rate is 51.76%.