Niyar - Ramshahr, Solan
Niyar is a village situated in the Ramshahr tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Nand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Niyar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Niyar is 020493. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Niyar 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 Niyar
According to the 2011 Census, Niyar village had a total population of 251 people, including 129 males and 122 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.32%, with male literacy at 74.79% and female literacy at 50.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 89 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 40 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Niyar
Niyar 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 Niyar
Niyar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Niyar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Niyar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Niyar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Niyar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Niyar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Niyar
Where is Niyar located?
Niyar village is located in Ramshahr Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Niyar?
The Gram Panchayat of Niyar is Nand.
What is the pincode of Niyar?
The pincode of Niyar is 174102.
What is the population of Niyar?
Niyar had a total population of 251, including 129 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Niyar?
Niyar had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Niyar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Niyar was 63.32%. Male literacy was 74.79% and female literacy was 50.91%.