Nihalgarh - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Nihalgarh is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihaal Garh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nihalgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nihalgarh is 023336. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.3 hectares and falls under the 173025 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Nihalgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nihalgarh
As per Census 2011, Nihalgarh village has a total population of 1,297 people, consisting of 714 males and 583 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 901 literate and 396 illiterate residents. Additionally, 418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nihalgarh are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Nihalgarh
Nihalgarh 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 Nihalgarh
Nihalgarh 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 Nihalgarh is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nihalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nihalgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nihalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nihalgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nihalgarh
Where is Nihalgarh located?
Nihalgarh village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nihalgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Nihalgarh is Nihaal Garh.
What is the pincode of Nihalgarh?
The pincode of Nihalgarh is 173025.
What is the population of Nihalgarh?
Nihalgarh has a total population of 1,297, including 714 males and 583 females.
How many households are there in Nihalgarh?
There are 273 households in Nihalgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Nihalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nihalgarh is 69.47%. Male literacy is 75.07% and female literacy is 62.61%.