Mehal Pritnagar - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Mehal Pritnagar is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tikkri Kuthar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehal Pritnagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehal Pritnagar is 022726. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Mehal Pritnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehal Pritnagar
As per Census 2011, Mehal Pritnagar village has a total population of 247 people, consisting of 133 males and 114 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 165 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehal Pritnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 247 | 133 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 97 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 36 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Mehal Pritnagar
Mehal Pritnagar 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 Mehal Pritnagar
Mehal Pritnagar 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 Mehal Pritnagar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehal Pritnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehal Pritnagar 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 Mehal Pritnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehal Pritnagar 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 Mehal Pritnagar
Where is Mehal Pritnagar located?
Mehal Pritnagar village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehal Pritnagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehal Pritnagar is Tikkri Kuthar.
What is the pincode of Mehal Pritnagar?
The pincode of Mehal Pritnagar is 173024.
What is the population of Mehal Pritnagar?
Mehal Pritnagar has a total population of 247, including 133 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Mehal Pritnagar?
There are 47 households in Mehal Pritnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Mehal Pritnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehal Pritnagar is 66.80%. Male literacy is 72.93% and female literacy is 59.65%.