Bhogwan

Bhogwan is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 29km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Bhogwan village. As per 2009 stats, Dhirad is the gram panchayat of Bhogwan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bhogwan unique in its vibrant Bhoranj-Hamirpur region. You’ll see Bhogwan’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 Bhogwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhogwan is 017854. The village spans a total geographical area of 28.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177024. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Bhogwan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhogwan 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 Bhoranj 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 Bhogwan

According to the 2011 Census, Bhogwan has a total population of about 306, with approximately 143 males and 163 females. The sex ratio is around 1139 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.78%, with male literacy at about 81.12% and female literacy near 74.85%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhogwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 306 143 163
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 41 24 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 238 116 122
Illiterate Population 68 27 41

Connectivity of Bhogwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhogwan. As per the 2011 stats, Bhogwan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhogwan

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhogwan

Where is Bhogwan located?

Bhogwan village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.

What is the gram panchayat of Bhogwan?

The Gram Panchayat of Bhogwan is Dhirad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.

What is the pincode of Bhogwan?

The pincode of Bhogwan is 177024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.

What is the population of Bhogwan as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhogwan is 306, with 143 males and 163 females.

How many households are there in Bhogwan as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Bhogwan village has a total of 80 households.

What is the literacy rate in Bhogwan as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhogwan is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 81.12%, while the female literacy rate is 74.85%.