Bhalunder - Alampur, Kangra
Bhalunder is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 75 km from Dharmsala. Lahru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhalunder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhalunder is 011337. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.22 hectares and falls under the 176098 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Bhalunder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhalunder
As per Census 2011, Bhalunder village has a total population of 527 people, consisting of 237 males and 290 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 1,223 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 405 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhalunder are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 527 | 237 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 66 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 405 | 202 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 35 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Bhalunder
Bhalunder 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 Bhalunder
Public transport in the Bhalunder 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 Dharmsala to Bhalunder is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhalunder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhalunder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhalunder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhalunder village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhalunder
Where is Bhalunder located?
Bhalunder village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalunder?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalunder is Lahru.
What is the pincode of Bhalunder?
The pincode of Bhalunder is 176098.
What is the population of Bhalunder?
Bhalunder has a total population of 527, including 237 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Bhalunder?
There are 138 households in Bhalunder.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalunder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhalunder is 76.85%. Male literacy is 85.23% and female literacy is 70.00%.