Nihal Garh
About Nihal Garh
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Nihal Garh village is 023336. Nihal Garh village is located in Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Paonta Sahib. Paonta Sahib is the sub-district headquarter of Nihal Garh village. As per 2009 stats, Nihaal Garh is the gram panchayat of Nihal Garh village.
The total geographical area of village is 125.3 hectares. Nihal Garh has a total population of 1,297 peoples, out of which male population is 714 while female population is 583. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 816 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of nihal garh village is 69.47% out of which 75.07% males and 62.61% females are literate. There are about 273 houses in nihal garh village. Pincode of nihal garh village locality is 173025.
When it comes to administration, Nihal Garh village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Nihal Garh village comes under Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to nihal garh village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Nihal Garh
The population details of Nihal Garh cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 714 | 583 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 418 | 223 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 536 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 178 | 218 |
Connectivity of Nihal Garh
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nihal Garh
Where is Nihal Garh located?
Nihal Garh village is situated in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihal Garh?
The Gram Panchayat of Nihal Garh is Nihaal Garh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nihal Garh?
The pincode of Nihal Garh is 173025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nihal Garh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihal Garh is 1,297, with 714 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Nihal Garh as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nihal Garh village has a total of 273 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nihal Garh as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihal Garh is 69.47%. The male literacy rate is 75.07%, while the female literacy rate is 62.61%.