Tahu

Tahu is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Tahu village. As per 2009 stats, Tharola is the gram panchayat of Tahu village.

Tahu has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tahu

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tahu is 026242. The village spans a total geographical area of 242.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171202. Kotkhai is nearest town to Tahu village for all major economic activities.

As per 2019 stats, Tahu village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Tahu

Below is a concise population overview of Tahu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 262 137 125
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 10 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 10 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 214 120 94
Illiterate Population 48 17 31

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tahu village:

  • The total population of Tahu village is around 262, including approximately 137 males and 125 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Tahu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tahu village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tahu village is about 81.68%, with male literacy at 87.59% and female literacy at 75.20%.
  • There are around 70 households in Tahu village.

Connectivity of Tahu

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

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

Nearby Villages of Tahu

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

Kupri Padrah Tharola Up Muhal Pajai Up Muhal Dallona Up Muhal Tahu Ii D P F Tumroo Kathanri Up Muhal Shoshan Roni Marthu

Frequently Asked Questions about Tahu

Where is Tahu located?
Tahu village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tahu?
The Gram Panchayat of Tahu is Tharola (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tahu?
The pincode of Tahu is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tahu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tahu is 262, with 137 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Tahu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tahu village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tahu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tahu is 81.68%. The male literacy rate is 87.59%, while the female literacy rate is 75.20%.