Mouhan - Bharmour, Chamba
Mouhan is a village situated in the Bharmour tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 69 km from Chamba. Hadsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mouhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mouhan is 008228. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.65 hectares and falls under the 176315 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Mouhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mouhan
According to the 2011 Census, Mouhan village had a total population of 76 people, including 34 males and 42 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 73.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 10 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Mouhan
Mouhan 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 Mouhan
Public transport in the Mouhan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Mouhan is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mouhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mouhan 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 Mouhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mouhan 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 Mouhan
Where is Mouhan located?
Mouhan village is located in Bharmour Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mouhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mouhan is Hadsar.
What is the pincode of Mouhan?
The pincode of Mouhan is 176315.
What is the population of Mouhan?
Mouhan had a total population of 76, including 34 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Mouhan?
Mouhan had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mouhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mouhan was 77.78%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 73.53%.