Nun - Kotgarh, Shimla
Nun is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 82 km from Shimla. Jarol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nun is 023932. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Nun 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 Nun
According to the 2011 Census, Nun village had a total population of 429 people, including 227 males and 202 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.41%, with male literacy at 79.71% and female literacy at 64.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90.
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 | 429 | 227 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 20 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 165 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 62 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Nun
Nun 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 Nun
Nun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nun is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nun
Where is Nun located?
Nun village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nun?
The Gram Panchayat of Nun is Jarol.
What is the pincode of Nun?
The pincode of Nun is 172031.
What is the population of Nun?
Nun had a total population of 429, including 227 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Nun?
Nun had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nun was 72.41%. Male literacy was 79.71% and female literacy was 64.36%.