Ahar - Kumarsain, Shimla
Ahar is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 152 km from Shimla. Janjelli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahar is 023843. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.58 hectares and falls under the 172024 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Ahar 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 Ahar
According to the 2011 Census, Ahar village had a total population of 234 people, including 121 males and 113 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.64%, with male literacy at 95.58% and female literacy at 81.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 156.
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 | 234 | 121 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 156 | 81 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 108 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Ahar
Ahar 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 Ahar
Ahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Ahar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Ahar is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ahar
Where is Ahar located?
Ahar village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahar is Janjelli.
What is the pincode of Ahar?
The pincode of Ahar is 172024.
What is the population of Ahar?
Ahar had a total population of 234, including 121 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Ahar?
Ahar had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahar was 88.64%. Male literacy was 95.58% and female literacy was 81.31%.