Bhiwan - Kalanwali, Sirsa
Bhiwan is a village situated in the Kalanwali tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 35 km from Sirsa and around 35 km from Sirsa. Bhiwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhiwan is 060640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1012 hectares and falls under the 125078 pincode. Sirsa is the nearest town.
Bhiwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalawali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhiwan
As per Census 2011, Bhiwan village has a total population of 2,280 people, consisting of 1,223 males and 1,057 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 1,127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,037 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhiwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,280 | 1,223 | 1,057 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 163 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,037 | 559 | 478 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 671 | 482 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,127 | 552 | 575 |
Nearby Villages of Bhiwan
Bhiwan 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 Bhiwan
Bhiwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sirsa to Bhiwan is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhiwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhiwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhiwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhiwan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhiwan
Where is Bhiwan located?
Bhiwan village is located in Kalanwali Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhiwan?
Bhiwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhiwan?
The pincode of Bhiwan is 125078.
What is the population of Bhiwan?
Bhiwan has a total population of 2,280, including 1,223 males and 1,057 females.
How many households are there in Bhiwan?
There are 383 households in Bhiwan.
What is the literacy rate in Bhiwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhiwan is 50.57%. Male literacy is 54.87% and female literacy is 45.60%.