Niew - Mamlig, Solan
Niew is a village situated in the Mamlig tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Solan. Syri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niew village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niew is 022262. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 173207 pincode. Jutogh is the nearest town.
Niew village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Niew
According to the 2011 Census, Niew village had a total population of 103 people, including 53 males and 50 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.40%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 93.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Niew
Niew 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 Niew
Niew is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Niew is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niew
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niew 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 Niew
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niew village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Niew
Where is Niew located?
Niew village is located in Mamlig Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niew?
The Gram Panchayat of Niew is Syri.
What is the pincode of Niew?
The pincode of Niew is 173207.
What is the population of Niew?
Niew had a total population of 103, including 53 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Niew?
Niew had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niew?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niew was 91.40%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 93.33%.