Nagar Sihanwan - Kunihar, Solan
Nagar Sihanwan is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from Solan. Kunihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagar Sihanwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagar Sihanwan is 020278. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Nagar Sihanwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Nagar Sihanwan
As per Census 2011, Nagar Sihanwan village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 343 males and 324 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 533 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nagar Sihanwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 343 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 50 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 215 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 533 | 278 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 65 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Nagar Sihanwan
Nagar Sihanwan 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 Nagar Sihanwan
Nagar Sihanwan 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Nagar Sihanwan is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagar Sihanwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagar Sihanwan 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 Nagar Sihanwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagar Sihanwan 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 Nagar Sihanwan
Where is Nagar Sihanwan located?
Nagar Sihanwan village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagar Sihanwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagar Sihanwan is Kunihar.
What is the pincode of Nagar Sihanwan?
The pincode of Nagar Sihanwan is 173207.
What is the population of Nagar Sihanwan?
Nagar Sihanwan has a total population of 667, including 343 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Nagar Sihanwan?
There are 131 households in Nagar Sihanwan.
What is the literacy rate in Nagar Sihanwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagar Sihanwan is 79.91%. Male literacy is 81.05% and female literacy is 78.70%.