Complete Guide to Himachal Pradesh Districts
Explore all 12 districts with population, tehsils, blocks and villages
1. Bilaspur District
Population: 382,056 (2011 Census)
Bilaspur is the first planned hill town of India, located on the banks of Gobind Sagar Lake.
Tehsils
- Bilaspur Sadar
- Ghumarwin
- Naina Devi
- Jhanduta
- Swarghat
Blocks
- Bilaspur Sadar
- Ghumarwin
- Jhanduta
- Naina Devi
- Namhol
Notable Villages
- Bari - Scenic beauty
- Deoli - Apple orchards
- Bakloh - Peaceful reservoir village
- Bharmana - Near Naina Devi Temple
Top Attractions
- Naina Devi Temple
- Gobind Sagar Lake
- Vyas Cave
- Markandeya Temple
2. Chamba District
Population: 519,080 (2011 Census)
One of the oldest princely states in Himachal, known for ancient temples and handicrafts.
Tehsils
- Chamba
- Dalhousie
- Bhattiyat
- Churah
- Pangi
- Bharmour
- Salooni
Blocks
- Chamba
- Dalhousie
- Bhattiyat
- Bharmour
- Pangi
- Salooni
Notable Villages
- Khajjiar - "Mini Switzerland"
- Saho - Wooden architecture
- Killar - Remote Pangi Valley
- Hadsar - Ancient temples
Top Attractions
- Khajjiar Lake
- Chamera Dam
- Laxmi Narayan Temple
- Manimahesh Lake
3. Hamirpur District
Population: 454,768 (2011 Census)
Known for educational institutions and temples, one of the smallest districts.
Tehsils
- Hamirpur
- Barsar
- Nadaun
- Bhoranj
- Sujanpur
- Dhatwal
Blocks
- Hamirpur
- Nadaun
- Bhoranj
- Sujanpur
- Galore
Notable Villages
- Dhatwal - Historic fort
- Tira Sujanpur - Royal palace
- Bamson - Lush greenery
- Bhoranj - Ancient temples
Top Attractions
- Sujanpur Tira Fort
- Deotsidh Temple
- Awah Devi Temple
- Nadaun Fort
4. Kangra District
Population: 1,510,075 (2011 Census)
The largest district in Himachal, famous for tea gardens, monasteries and ancient temples.
Tehsils
- Kangra
- Palampur
- Dharamshala
- Nurpur
- Dehra
- Jawali
- Baijnath
- Jaisinghpur
Blocks
- Kangra
- Palampur
- Dharamshala
- Nurpur
- Dehra
- Nagrota Bagwan
- Indora
- Fatehpur
Notable Villages
- McLeodganj - Dalai Lama's residence
- Andretta - Artists' village
- Bir - Paragliding capital
- Shahpur - Kangra paintings
Top Attractions
- Triund Trek
- Bhagsunag Waterfall
- Kangra Fort
- Dalai Lama Temple Complex
5. Kinnaur District
Population: 84,121 (2011 Census)
Known for apple orchards, Buddhist monasteries and breathtaking landscapes.
Tehsils
- Kalpa
- Nichar
- Pooh
- Sangla
- Moorang
Blocks
- Kalpa
- Nichar
- Pooh
- Sangla
Notable Villages
- Chitkul - Last inhabited village near China border
- Nako - Serene lake village
- Rakchham - Picturesque Sangla Valley
- Kalpa - Apple orchards
Top Attractions
- Kinner Kailash
- Sangla Valley
- Nako Lake
- Buddhist Monasteries
6. Kullu District
Population: 437,903 (2011 Census)
The "Valley of Gods", famous for its temples, adventure sports and apple orchards.
Tehsils
- Kullu
- Manali
- Banjar
- Nirmand
- Anni
Blocks
- Kullu
- Manali
- Banjar
- Nirmand
- Sainj
Notable Villages
- Malana - Ancient democracy
- Kasol - Hippie paradise
- Jibhi - Hidden gem
- Tosh - Trekking base
Top Attractions
- Rohtang Pass
- Hadimba Temple
- Great Himalayan National Park
- Solang Valley
7. Lahaul & Spiti District
Population: 31,564 (2011 Census)
Cold desert district with lunar landscapes and ancient Buddhist culture.
Tehsils
- Keylong
- Udaipur
- Kaza
Blocks
- Keylong
- Udaipur
- Kaza
Notable Villages
- Kibber - World's highest motorable village
- Chandra Taal - Moon lake
- Tandi - River confluence
- Hikkim - World's highest post office
Top Attractions
- Chandra Taal
- Kunzum Pass
- Key Monastery
- Pin Valley National Park
8. Mandi District
Population: 999,777 (2011 Census)
Known as "Chhoti Kashi" for its numerous ancient temples.
Tehsils
- Mandi
- Sundarnagar
- Jogindernagar
- Karsog
- Sarkaghat
- Padhar
- Dharampur
Blocks
- Mandi
- Sundarnagar
- Jogindernagar
- Karsog
- Baldwara
- Dharampur
Notable Villages
- Prashar Lake - Sacred lake
- Rewalsar - Multi-religious site
- Janjehli - Trekking base
- Barot - Scenic valley
Top Attractions
- Prashar Lake
- Rewalsar Lake
- Bhutnath Temple
- Shikari Devi Temple
9. Shimla District
Population: 814,010 (2011 Census)
The capital district with colonial heritage and apple orchards.
Tehsils
- Shimla
- Theog
- Rampur
- Rohru
- Jubbal
- Kotkhai
- Chaupal
Blocks
- Shimla
- Theog
- Rampur
- Rohru
- Jubbal
- Kumarsain
Notable Villages
- Chail - World's highest cricket ground
- Narkanda - Skiing destination
- Tikkar - Twin lakes
- Jubbal - Heritage palace
Top Attractions
- The Ridge
- Jakhu Temple
- Kufri
- Chadwick Falls
10. Sirmaur District
Population: 530,164 (2011 Census)
Known as "Kiwi Bowl" of India with historic temples.
Tehsils
- Nahan
- Paonta Sahib
- Rajgarh
- Shillai
- Narayangarh
Blocks
- Nahan
- Paonta Sahib
- Rajgarh
- Shillai
- Nohradhar
Notable Villages
- Renuka Ji - Sacred lake
- Haripurdhar - Border village
- Sataun - Historic significance
- Kamrau - Scenic beauty
Top Attractions
- Renuka Lake
- Gurudwara Paonta Sahib
- Jatoli Shiv Temple
- Suketi Fossil Park
11. Solan District
Population: 580,320 (2011 Census)
"Mushroom City of India" with educational institutions and breweries.
Tehsils
- Solan
- Kasauli
- Nalagarh
- Arki
- Kandaghat
Blocks
- Solan
- Kasauli
- Nalagarh
- Arki
- Krishangarh
Notable Villages
- Chail - Hill station
- Barog - Railway tunnel
- Parwanoo - Industrial town
- Subathu - Gurkha heritage
Top Attractions
- Mohan Shakti Heritage Park
- Kasauli Brewery
- Shoolini Temple
- Timber Trail
12. Una District
Population: 521,173 (2011 Census)
Borders Punjab, known for industrial growth and religious sites.
Tehsils
- Una
- Amb
- Bangana
- Haroli
Blocks
- Una
- Amb
- Bangana
- Gagret
Notable Villages
- Dera Baba Rudru - Spiritual site
- Gagret - Industrial area
- Basal - Agricultural hub
- Mehatpur - Market town
Top Attractions
- Chintpurni Temple
- Dera Baba Bharbhag Singh
- Maa Ashapuri Temple
- Gobind Sagar Lake