Nawni - Nahan, Sirmaur
Nawni is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Navni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nawni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nawni is 023138. The village covers a total geographical area of 187 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Nawni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nawni
According to the 2011 Census, Nawni village had a total population of 330 people, including 168 males and 162 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.29%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 69.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
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 | 330 | 168 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 130 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 38 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Nawni
Nawni 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 Nawni
Nawni 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Nawni is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nawni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nawni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nawni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nawni 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nawni
Where is Nawni located?
Nawni village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nawni?
The Gram Panchayat of Nawni is Navni.
What is the pincode of Nawni?
The pincode of Nawni is 173001.
What is the population of Nawni?
Nawni had a total population of 330, including 168 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Nawni?
Nawni had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nawni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nawni was 80.29%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 69.12%.