Nawan - Nankhari, Shimla
Nawan is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barach serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawan is 023708. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Nawan 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 Nawan
According to the 2011 Census, Nawan village had a total population of 274 people, including 139 males and 135 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.29%, with male literacy at 87.31% and female literacy at 62.79%.
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 | 274 | 139 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 117 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 22 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Nawan
Nawan 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 Nawan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Nawan.
| 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 Rampur to Nawan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shimla to Nawan is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nawan
Where is Nawan located?
Nawan village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawan is Barach.
What is the pincode of Nawan?
The pincode of Nawan is 172021.
What is the population of Nawan?
Nawan had a total population of 274, including 139 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Nawan?
Nawan had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawan was 75.29%. Male literacy was 87.31% and female literacy was 62.79%.