Nihog - Nohra, Sirmaur
Nihog is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gawahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nihog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihog is 022687. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.45 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Nihog 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 Nihog
As per Census 2011, Nihog village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 228 males and 233 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 318 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nihog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 228 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 318 | 175 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 53 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Nihog
Nihog 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 Nihog
Nihog 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 Nahan to Nihog is about 91 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 Nihog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihog 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nihog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihog 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nihog
Where is Nihog located?
Nihog village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihog?
The Gram Panchayat of Nihog is Gawahi.
What is the pincode of Nihog?
The pincode of Nihog is 173104.
What is the population of Nihog?
Nihog has a total population of 461, including 228 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Nihog?
There are 86 households in Nihog.
What is the literacy rate in Nihog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihog is 68.98%. Male literacy is 76.75% and female literacy is 61.37%.