Bhandar
About Bhandar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhandar village is 007240. Bhandar village is located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 37km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Bhandar village. As per 2009 stats, Dighai is the gram panchayat of Bhandar village.
The total geographical area of village is 76.89 hectares. Bhandar has a total population of 255 peoples, out of which male population is 128 while female population is 127. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 992 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhandar village is 62.35% out of which 72.66% males and 51.97% females are literate. There are about 52 houses in bhandar village. Pincode of bhandar village locality is 176312.
When it comes to administration, Bhandar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhandar village comes under Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Chamba is nearest town to bhandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Bhandar
The population details of Bhandar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 159 | 93 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 35 | 61 |
Connectivity of Bhandar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhandar
Where is Bhandar located?
Bhandar village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhandar is Dighai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhandar?
The pincode of Bhandar is 176312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhandar is 255, with 128 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhandar village has a total of 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhandar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhandar is 62.35%. The male literacy rate is 72.66%, while the female literacy rate is 51.97%.