Bhandokhar

Bhandokhar is a village located in Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Namhol. Namhol is the sub-district headquarter of Bhandokhar village. As per 2009 stats, Sui Surahar is the gram panchayat of Bhandokhar village.

Bhandokhar has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhandokhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhandokhar is 019868. The village spans a total geographical area of 49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174032. Bilaspur is nearest town to Bhandokhar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhandokhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bhandokhar

Below is a concise population overview of Bhandokhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 224 115 109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 17 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 145 85 60
Illiterate Population 79 30 49

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhandokhar village:

  • The total population of Bhandokhar village is around 224, including approximately 115 males and 109 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Bhandokhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Bhandokhar village is about 64.73%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 55.05%.
  • There are around 46 households in Bhandokhar village.

Connectivity of Bhandokhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhandokhar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhandokhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhandokhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhandokhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhandokhar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandokhar

Where is Bhandokhar located?
Bhandokhar village is situated in Namhol Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandokhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandokhar is Sui Surahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhandokhar?
The pincode of Bhandokhar is 174032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhandokhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandokhar is 224, with 115 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Bhandokhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhandokhar village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandokhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandokhar is 64.73%. The male literacy rate is 73.91%, while the female literacy rate is 55.05%.