Nand - Ramshahr, Solan
Nand is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Nand village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nand is 020494. The village covers a total geographical area of 262 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Nand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nand
According to the 2011 Census, Nand village had a total population of 607 people, including 317 males and 290 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.40%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 63.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 607 | 317 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 28 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 264 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 53 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Nand
Nand 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 Nand
Nand 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 | 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 Nand is about 65 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 Nand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nand
Where is Nand located?
Nand village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nand?
Nand is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nand?
The pincode of Nand is 174102.
What is the population of Nand?
Nand had a total population of 607, including 317 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Nand?
Nand had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nand was 78.40%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 63.31%.