Namol - Kunihar, Solan
Namol is a village situated in the Kunihar tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Solan. Kothi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namol is 020269. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.38 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Namol 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 Namol
According to the 2011 Census, Namol village had a total population of 309 people, including 156 males and 153 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.72%, with male literacy at 97.08% and female literacy at 82.76%. 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 | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 133 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Namol
Namol 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 Namol
Namol 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 Namol is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namol 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 Namol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namol 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 Namol
Where is Namol located?
Namol village is located in Kunihar Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namol?
The Gram Panchayat of Namol is Kothi.
What is the pincode of Namol?
The pincode of Namol is 173207.
What is the population of Namol?
Namol had a total population of 309, including 156 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Namol?
Namol had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namol was 89.72%. Male literacy was 97.08% and female literacy was 82.76%.