Sindhar - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Sindhar is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Talyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhar is 019050. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.35 hectares and falls under the 174026 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Sindhar 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 Sindhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sindhar village had a total population of 221 people, including 110 males and 111 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 91.84% and female literacy at 81.55%.
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 | 221 | 110 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 90 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhar
Sindhar 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 Sindhar
Public transport in the Sindhar is mainly available through shared van 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 Sindhar 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 Sindhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sindhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhar 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sindhar
Where is Sindhar located?
Sindhar village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sindhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhar is Talyana.
What is the pincode of Sindhar?
The pincode of Sindhar is 174026.
What is the population of Sindhar?
Sindhar had a total population of 221, including 110 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Sindhar?
Sindhar had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhar was 86.57%. Male literacy was 91.84% and female literacy was 81.55%.