Bahu
Bahu is a village located in Matenhail tehsil of Jhajjar district in Haryana, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Matenhail (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Jhajjar. As per 2009 stats, Bahu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bahu unique in its vibrant Matenhail-Jhajjar region. You’ll see Bahu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bahu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahu is 061962. The village spans a total geographical area of 1575 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 124142. Bahu is nearest town to Bahu village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bahu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jhajjar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rohtak Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bahu
Population of Bahu
According to the 2011 Census, Bahu has a total population of about 6,995, with approximately 3,746 males and 3,249 females. The sex ratio is around 867 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 963 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,667 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.33%, with male literacy at about 73.33% and female literacy near 56.11%. There are around 1,341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,995 | 3,746 | 3,249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 963 | 539 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,667 | 898 | 769 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,570 | 2,747 | 1,823 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,425 | 999 | 1,426 |
Connectivity of Bahu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahu. As per the 2011 stats, Bahu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahu
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahu
- Where is Bahu located?
- Bahu village is situated in Matenhail Tehsil, within the Jhajjar district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahu?
- Bahu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bahu?
- The pincode of Bahu is 124142, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bahu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahu is 6,995, with 3,746 males and 3,249 females.
- How many households are there in Bahu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahu village has a total of 1,341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahu is 65.33%. The male literacy rate is 73.33%, while the female literacy rate is 56.11%.