Bag Kalan - Namhol, Bilaspur
Bag Kalan is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Panjail Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bag Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bag Kalan is 019951. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 174032 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Bag Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bag Kalan
As per Census 2011, Bag Kalan village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 161 males and 131 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 813 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bag Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 161 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 128 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bag Kalan
Bag Kalan 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 Bag Kalan
Public transport in the Bag Kalan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Bag Kalan is about 27 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 Bag Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bag Kalan 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 Bag Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bag Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bag Kalan
Where is Bag Kalan located?
Bag Kalan village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bag Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bag Kalan is Panjail Khurd.
What is the pincode of Bag Kalan?
The pincode of Bag Kalan is 174032.
What is the population of Bag Kalan?
Bag Kalan has a total population of 292, including 161 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Bag Kalan?
There are 51 households in Bag Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bag Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bag Kalan is 70.89%. Male literacy is 79.50% and female literacy is 60.31%.