Andheri
Andheri is a village located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Andheri village. As per 2009 stats, Andheri village is also a gram panchayat.
Andheri 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 Andheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Andheri is 022974. The village spans a total geographical area of 459 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173023. Nahan is nearest town to Andheri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Andheri 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 Sri renukaji 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.
Google Map of Andheri
Population of Andheri
Below is a concise population overview of Andheri 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 | 863 | 435 | 428 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 556 | 322 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 113 | 194 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Andheri village:
- The total population of Andheri village is around 863, including approximately 435 males and 428 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 131 children aged 0–6 years in Andheri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Andheri village has 291 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Andheri village is about 64.43%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 54.67%.
- There are around 156 households in Andheri village.
Connectivity of Andheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Andheri. As per the 2011 stats, Andheri 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Andheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Andheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Andheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Andheri
- Where is Andheri located?
- Andheri village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Andheri?
- Andheri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Andheri?
- The pincode of Andheri is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Andheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Andheri is 863, with 435 males and 428 females.
- How many households are there in Andheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Andheri village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Andheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Andheri is 64.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.02%, while the female literacy rate is 54.67%.