Bihan

Bihan is a village located in Dera Gopipur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Dera Gopipur. Dera Gopipur is the sub-district headquarter of Bihan village. As per 2009 stats, Beehan is the gram panchayat of Bihan village.

Bihan has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Bihan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bihan is 010234. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.77 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177103. Dera Gopipur is nearest town to Bihan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Bihan

Below is a concise population overview of Bihan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 998 491 507
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 97 51 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 312 160 152
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 794 411 383
Illiterate Population 204 80 124

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bihan village:

  • The total population of Bihan village is around 998, including approximately 491 males and 507 females, with a sex ratio of 1032 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Bihan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bihan village has 312 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bihan village is about 79.56%, with male literacy at 83.71% and female literacy at 75.54%.
  • There are around 223 households in Bihan village.

Connectivity of Bihan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bihan. As per the 2011 stats, Bihan 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 Bihan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bihan

Where is Bihan located?
Bihan village is situated in Dera Gopipur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihan is Beehan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bihan?
The pincode of Bihan is 177103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bihan is 998, with 491 males and 507 females.
How many households are there in Bihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bihan village has a total of 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bihan is 79.56%. The male literacy rate is 83.71%, while the female literacy rate is 75.54%.