Bhinga
Bhinga is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 66km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Bhinga village. As per 2009 stats, Diur is the gram panchayat of Bhinga village.
Bhinga has its own place in the vibrant Chamba 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 Bhinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhinga is 007202. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176320. Chamba is nearest town to Bhinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bhinga 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.
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Population of Bhinga
Below is a concise population overview of Bhinga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 326 | 166 | 160 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 54 | 59 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Literate Population | 192 | 116 | 76 |
Illiterate Population | 134 | 50 | 84 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhinga village:
- The total population of Bhinga village is around 326, including approximately 166 males and 160 females, with a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 49 children aged 0–6 years in Bhinga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhinga village has 113 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 80 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhinga village is about 58.90%, with male literacy at 69.88% and female literacy at 47.50%.
- There are around 56 households in Bhinga village.
Connectivity of Bhinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhinga. As per the 2011 stats, Bhinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhinga
- Where is Bhinga located?
- Bhinga village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhinga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhinga is Diur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhinga?
- The pincode of Bhinga is 176320, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhinga is 326, with 166 males and 160 females.
- How many households are there in Bhinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhinga village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhinga is 58.90%. The male literacy rate is 69.88%, while the female literacy rate is 47.50%.