Nanhar - Chaupal, Shimla
Nanhar is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nanahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nanhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nanhar is 025459. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Nanhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nanhar
According to the 2011 Census, Nanhar village had a total population of 182 people, including 98 males and 84 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.42%, with male literacy at 78.41% and female literacy at 67.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 182 | 98 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 69 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 29 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Nanhar
Nanhar 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 Nanhar
Public transport in the Nanhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Nanhar is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nanhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nanhar 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 Nanhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nanhar 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 Nanhar
Where is Nanhar located?
Nanhar village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nanhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Nanhar is Nanahar.
What is the pincode of Nanhar?
The pincode of Nanhar is 171211.
What is the population of Nanhar?
Nanhar had a total population of 182, including 98 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Nanhar?
Nanhar had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nanhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nanhar was 73.42%. Male literacy was 78.41% and female literacy was 67.14%.