Nawal - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Nawal is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Doldhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawal is 014358. The village covers a total geographical area of 398.76 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Nawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawal
According to the 2011 Census, Nawal village had a total population of 218 people, including 108 males and 110 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.82%, with male literacy at 80.61% and female literacy at 64.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 218 | 108 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 79 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 29 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Nawal
Nawal 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 Nawal
Nawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Nawal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawal 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawal
Where is Nawal located?
Nawal village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawal is Doldhar.
What is the pincode of Nawal?
The pincode of Nawal is 175031.
What is the population of Nawal?
Nawal had a total population of 218, including 108 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Nawal?
Nawal had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawal was 72.82%. Male literacy was 80.61% and female literacy was 64.95%.