Nihal Garh
Nihal Garh is a village 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.
Nihal Garh has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Nihal Garh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihal Garh is 023336. The village spans a total geographical area of 125.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173025. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to Nihal Garh village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Nihal Garh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Nihal Garh
Below is a concise population overview of Nihal Garh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,297 | 714 | 583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 418 | 223 | 195 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 536 | 365 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 178 | 218 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nihal Garh village:
- The total population of Nihal Garh village is around 1,297, including approximately 714 males and 583 females, with a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 155 children aged 0–6 years in Nihal Garh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nihal Garh village has 418 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nihal Garh village is about 69.47%, with male literacy at 75.07% and female literacy at 62.61%.
- There are around 273 households in Nihal Garh village.
Connectivity of Nihal Garh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nihal Garh. As per the 2011 stats, Nihal Garh had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Nihal Garh
Knowing the nearby villages of Nihal Garh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nihal Garh.
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%.