Pehrwin - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Pehrwin is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Awari Khalin serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pehrwin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pehrwin is 019106. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.16 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Pehrwin 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 Pehrwin
According to the 2011 Census, Pehrwin village had a total population of 453 people, including 211 males and 242 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.73%, with male literacy at 95.79% and female literacy at 82.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 453 | 211 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 370 | 182 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 29 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Pehrwin
Pehrwin 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 Pehrwin
Pehrwin is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Pehrwin is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pehrwin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pehrwin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pehrwin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pehrwin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pehrwin
Where is Pehrwin located?
Pehrwin village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pehrwin?
The Gram Panchayat of Pehrwin is Awari Khalin.
What is the pincode of Pehrwin?
The pincode of Pehrwin is 174021.
What is the population of Pehrwin?
Pehrwin had a total population of 453, including 211 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Pehrwin?
Pehrwin had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pehrwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pehrwin was 88.73%. Male literacy was 95.79% and female literacy was 82.82%.