Khaswin - Bharari, Bilaspur
Khaswin is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaswin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaswin is 019205. The village covers a total geographical area of 10 hectares and falls under the 174023 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Khaswin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaswin
According to the 2011 Census, Khaswin village had a total population of 91 people, including 48 males and 43 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 97.62% and female literacy at 73.81%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 7 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Khaswin
Khaswin 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 Khaswin
Khaswin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Khaswin is about 30 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 Khaswin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaswin 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khaswin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaswin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaswin
Where is Khaswin located?
Khaswin village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaswin?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaswin is Gahar.
What is the pincode of Khaswin?
The pincode of Khaswin is 174023.
What is the population of Khaswin?
Khaswin had a total population of 91, including 48 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Khaswin?
Khaswin had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaswin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaswin was 85.71%. Male literacy was 97.62% and female literacy was 73.81%.