Nehra - Taklech, Shimla
Nehra is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 131 km from Shimla. Bahli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nehra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nehra is 023648. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.35 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Nehra 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 Nehra
According to the 2011 Census, Nehra village had a total population of 809 people, including 414 males and 395 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 82.28% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 316.
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 | 809 | 414 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 316 | 164 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 311 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 271 | 103 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Nehra
Nehra 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 Nehra
Nehra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nehra is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nehra
Where is Nehra located?
Nehra village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nehra?
The Gram Panchayat of Nehra is Bahli.
What is the pincode of Nehra?
The pincode of Nehra is 172022.
What is the population of Nehra?
Nehra had a total population of 809, including 414 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Nehra?
Nehra had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nehra was 72.70%. Male literacy was 82.28% and female literacy was 62.71%.