Nehri - Kotgarh, Shimla
Nehri is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Shimla. Madhawani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehri is 023940. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.92 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Nehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nehri
According to the 2011 Census, Nehri village had a total population of 275 people, including 150 males and 125 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.73%, with male literacy at 78.42% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 275 | 150 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 109 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 41 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Nehri
Nehri 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 Nehri
Nehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Nehri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehri 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Nehri
Where is Nehri located?
Nehri village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehri is Madhawani.
What is the pincode of Nehri?
The pincode of Nehri is 172031.
What is the population of Nehri?
Nehri had a total population of 275, including 150 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Nehri?
Nehri had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehri was 72.73%. Male literacy was 78.42% and female literacy was 65.79%.