Paju - Bahal St, Bhiwani
Paju is a village situated in the Bahal St tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 30 km from Loharu and around 60 km from Bhiwani. Paju village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paju is 061342. The village covers a total geographical area of 1013 hectares and falls under the 127201 pincode. Loharu is the nearest town.
Paju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Paju
As per Census 2011, Paju village has a total population of 2,276 people, consisting of 1,195 males and 1,081 females. The village has 417 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,427 literate and 849 illiterate residents. Additionally, 455 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Paju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,276 | 1,195 | 1,081 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 147 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 455 | 238 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 884 | 543 |
| Illiterate Population | 849 | 311 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Paju
Paju 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 Paju
Paju is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Paju.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Paju is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Paju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Paju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paju 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Paju
Where is Paju located?
Paju village is located in Bahal St Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paju?
Paju is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Paju?
The pincode of Paju is 127201.
What is the population of Paju?
Paju has a total population of 2,276, including 1,195 males and 1,081 females.
How many households are there in Paju?
There are 417 households in Paju.
What is the literacy rate in Paju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paju is 62.70%. Male literacy is 73.97% and female literacy is 50.23%.