Bandokhi

Bandokhi is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Bandokhi village. As per 2009 stats, Salwan is the gram panchayat of Bandokhi village.

Here you can discover what makes Bandokhi unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Bandokhi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bandokhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandokhi is 007168. The village spans a total geographical area of 47.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176312. Chamba is nearest town to Bandokhi village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bandokhi 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 Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Bandokhi

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Population of Bandokhi

According to the 2011 Census, Bandokhi has a total population of about 203, with approximately 101 males and 102 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 36 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.53%, with male literacy at about 78.22% and female literacy near 50.98%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bandokhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 203 101 102
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 11 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 36 19 17
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 50 25 25
Literate Population 131 79 52
Illiterate Population 72 22 50

Connectivity of Bandokhi

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

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

Nearby Villages of Bandokhi

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bandokhi

Where is Bandokhi located?
Bandokhi village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandokhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandokhi is Salwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bandokhi?
The pincode of Bandokhi is 176312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bandokhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandokhi is 203, with 101 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Bandokhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bandokhi village has a total of 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandokhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandokhi is 64.53%. The male literacy rate is 78.22%, while the female literacy rate is 50.98%.