Bhandwar - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Bhandwar is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Chandpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhandwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhandwar is 019691. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 174001 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Bhandwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhandwar
According to the 2011 Census, Bhandwar village had a total population of 240 people, including 121 males and 119 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.93%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 86.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 240 | 121 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 110 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bhandwar
Bhandwar 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 Bhandwar
Bhandwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bilaspur to Bhandwar is about 7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhandwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhandwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhandwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhandwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhandwar
Where is Bhandwar located?
Bhandwar village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhandwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandwar is Chandpur.
What is the pincode of Bhandwar?
The pincode of Bhandwar is 174001.
What is the population of Bhandwar?
Bhandwar had a total population of 240, including 121 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Bhandwar?
Bhandwar had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhandwar was 91.93%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 86.36%.