Bhawana - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Bhawana is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuthera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhawana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawana is 018913. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.38 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Bhawana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bhawana
As per Census 2011, Bhawana village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 85 males and 84 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhawana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 69 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bhawana
Bhawana 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 Bhawana
Public transport in the Bhawana 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 Bhawana is about 34 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 Bhawana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhawana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawana 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhawana
Where is Bhawana located?
Bhawana village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawana is Kuthera.
What is the pincode of Bhawana?
The pincode of Bhawana is 174026.
What is the population of Bhawana?
Bhawana has a total population of 169, including 85 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bhawana?
There are 33 households in Bhawana.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawana is 79.88%. Male literacy is 81.18% and female literacy is 78.57%.