Ahar

Ahar is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 152km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Ahar village. As per 2009 stats, Janjelli is the gram panchayat of Ahar village.

Ahar 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 Ahar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ahar is 023843. The village spans a total geographical area of 138.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172027. Narkanda is nearest town to Ahar village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Ahar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 234 121 113
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 14 8 6
Scheduled Castes (SC) 156 81 75
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 195 108 87
Illiterate Population 39 13 26

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

  • The total population of Ahar village is around 234, including approximately 121 males and 113 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 14 children aged 0–6 years in Ahar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ahar village has 156 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ahar village is about 83.33%, with male literacy at 89.26% and female literacy at 76.99%.
  • There are around 60 households in Ahar village.

Connectivity of Ahar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ahar

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

Jhunjan Mogra Kholwi Chamyala Janjeli Shelag Dhanal Kalmu Shalota Arot Kui

Frequently Asked Questions about Ahar

Where is Ahar located?
Ahar village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahar is Janjelli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ahar?
The pincode of Ahar is 172027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ahar is 234, with 121 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Ahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ahar village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ahar is 83.33%. The male literacy rate is 89.26%, while the female literacy rate is 76.99%.