What is the capital of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh?
The district capital of Sirmaur is the town of Nahan. Other notable towns in the district include Paonta Sahib, Rajgarh, and Shillai.
Questions about Sirmaur district
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did Sirmaur district become part of Himachal Pradesh?
The Sirmur princely state was merged into India and reconstituted as a district of Himachal Pradesh on the 15th of April 1948, shortly after Indian independence.
What is the population of Sirmaur district according to the 2011 census?
The 2011 Census of India recorded the population of Sirmaur district at 529,855. This placed the district 542nd out of 640 districts in India by population.
What national park is located in Sirmaur district?
Simbalbara National Park is located in Sirmaur district. It was declared a national park in 2010 and covers an area of around 27.88 square kilometres. Wildlife in the park includes Himalayan Black Bear, Goral, Spotted Deer, and Sambhar.
What river divides Sirmaur district into two parts?
The Giri River divides Sirmaur district into two almost equal halves, known as Giripar and Giriaar.
What is the literacy rate and sex ratio in Sirmaur district?
According to the 2011 Census, Sirmaur district had a literacy rate of 79.98%. The sex ratio was 915 females for every 1,000 males.