Nihara
Nihara is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Nihara village. As per 2009 stats, Sakori is the gram panchayat of Nihara village.
Nihara has its own place in the vibrant Solan 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 Nihara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nihara is 022431. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173215. Solan is nearest town to Nihara village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Nihara 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 Solan 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 Nihara
Population of Nihara
Below is a concise population overview of Nihara 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 | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nihara village:
- The total population of Nihara village is around 167, including approximately 87 males and 80 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Nihara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nihara village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Nihara village is about 83.23%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 83.75%.
- There are around 40 households in Nihara village.
Connectivity of Nihara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nihara. As per the 2011 stats, Nihara 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 Nihara
Knowing the nearby villages of Nihara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nihara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nihara
- Where is Nihara located?
- Nihara village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nihara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Nihara is Sakori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Nihara?
- The pincode of Nihara is 173215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nihara is 167, with 87 males and 80 females.
- How many households are there in Nihara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nihara village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nihara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nihara is 83.23%. The male literacy rate is 82.76%, while the female literacy rate is 83.75%.