Sulkhan (42/99) - Bhoranj, Hamirpur
Sulkhan (42/99) is a village situated in the Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhakera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sulkhan (42/99) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sulkhan (42/99) is 017911. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.71 hectares and falls under the 176043 pincode. Bhota is the nearest town.
Sulkhan (42/99) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhoranj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sulkhan (42/99)
According to the 2011 Census, Sulkhan (42/99) village had a total population of 82 people, including 33 males and 49 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,485 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.57%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 84.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 82 | 33 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 24 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 9 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sulkhan (42/99)
Sulkhan (42/99) 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 Sulkhan (42/99)
Sulkhan (42/99) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hamirpur to Sulkhan (42/99) is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sulkhan (42/99)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sulkhan (42/99) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sulkhan (42/99)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sulkhan (42/99) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sulkhan (42/99)
Where is Sulkhan (42/99) located?
Sulkhan (42/99) village is located in Bhoranj Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sulkhan (42/99)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sulkhan (42/99) is Bhakera.
What is the pincode of Sulkhan (42/99)?
The pincode of Sulkhan (42/99) is 176043.
What is the population of Sulkhan (42/99)?
Sulkhan (42/99) had a total population of 82, including 33 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Sulkhan (42/99)?
Sulkhan (42/99) had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sulkhan (42/99)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sulkhan (42/99) was 88.57%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 84.44%.