Khulwin - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Khulwin is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhakhra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khulwin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khulwin is 019557. The village covers a total geographical area of 79.01 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khulwin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khulwin
According to the 2011 Census, Khulwin village had a total population of 551 people, including 270 males and 281 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 77.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141.
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 | 551 | 270 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 59 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Khulwin
Khulwin 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 Khulwin
Public transport in the Khulwin is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Khulwin is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Khulwin is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khulwin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khulwin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khulwin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khulwin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khulwin
Where is Khulwin located?
Khulwin village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khulwin?
The Gram Panchayat of Khulwin is Bhakhra.
What is the pincode of Khulwin?
The pincode of Khulwin is 174201.
What is the population of Khulwin?
Khulwin had a total population of 551, including 270 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Khulwin?
Khulwin had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khulwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khulwin was 84.00%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 77.69%.