Nahol - Theog, Shimla
Nahol is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahol village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahol is 025247. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Nahol 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 Nahol
According to the 2011 Census, Nahol village had a total population of 402 people, including 190 males and 212 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,116 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.75%, with male literacy at 87.43% and female literacy at 70.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 189.
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 | 402 | 190 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 23 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 189 | 92 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 44 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Nahol
Nahol 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 Nahol
Nahol 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 Nahol is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahol 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nahol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nahol
Where is Nahol located?
Nahol village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahol?
Nahol is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nahol?
The pincode of Nahol is 171201.
What is the population of Nahol?
Nahol had a total population of 402, including 190 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Nahol?
Nahol had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nahol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahol was 78.75%. Male literacy was 87.43% and female literacy was 70.97%.