Bhandwar
Bhandwar is a village located in Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Bilaspur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bhandwar village. As per 2009 stats, Chandpur is the gram panchayat of Bhandwar village.
Bhandwar has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bhandwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandwar is 019691. The village spans a total geographical area of 28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174004. Bilaspur is nearest town to Bhandwar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bhandwar 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 Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhandwar
Population of Bhandwar
Below is a concise population overview of Bhandwar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 240 | 121 | 119 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 205 | 110 | 95 |
Illiterate Population | 35 | 11 | 24 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandwar village:
- The total population of Bhandwar village is around 240, including approximately 121 males and 119 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 17 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandwar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhandwar village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bhandwar village is about 85.42%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 79.83%.
- There are around 65 households in Bhandwar village.
Connectivity of Bhandwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandwar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhandwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandwar
- Where is Bhandwar located?
- Bhandwar village is situated in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhandwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhandwar is Chandpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhandwar?
- The pincode of Bhandwar is 174004, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhandwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandwar is 240, with 121 males and 119 females.
- How many households are there in Bhandwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhandwar village has a total of 65 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhandwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandwar is 85.42%. The male literacy rate is 90.91%, while the female literacy rate is 79.83%.