Addu - Nankhari, Shimla
Addu is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Addu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Addu is 023784. The village covers a total geographical area of 916.66 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Addu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Addu
According to the 2011 Census, Addu village had a total population of 717 people, including 361 males and 356 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.52%, with male literacy at 86.31% and female literacy at 72.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 717 | 361 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 44 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 271 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 90 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Addu
Addu 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 Addu
Public transport in the Addu 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 Addu is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Addu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Addu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Addu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Addu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Addu
Where is Addu located?
Addu village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Addu?
Addu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Addu?
The pincode of Addu is 172021.
What is the population of Addu?
Addu had a total population of 717, including 361 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Addu?
Addu had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Addu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Addu was 79.52%. Male literacy was 86.31% and female literacy was 72.67%.