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
According to the 2011 Census, Mehal Pritnagar village had a total population of 247 people, including 133 males and 114 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.34%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 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 had a total population of 247, including 133 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Mehal Pritnagar?
Mehal Pritnagar had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mehal Pritnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehal Pritnagar was 75.34%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 66.67%.