Nandol - Arki, Solan
Nandol is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghanagughat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nandol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nandol is 019979. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Nandol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nandol
According to the 2011 Census, Nandol village had a total population of 60 people, including 31 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 73.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 27.
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 | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Nandol
Nandol 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 Nandol
Nandol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Solan to Nandol is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nandol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nandol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nandol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nandol 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Nandol
Where is Nandol located?
Nandol village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Nandol?
The Gram Panchayat of Nandol is Ghanagughat.
What is the pincode of Nandol?
The pincode of Nandol is 171102.
What is the population of Nandol?
Nandol had a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Nandol?
Nandol had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nandol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nandol was 81.48%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 73.08%.