Bandwan

Bandwan is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 71km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Bandwan village. As per 2009 stats, Lohara is the gram panchayat of Bandwan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bandwan unique in its vibrant Fatehpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Bandwan’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 Bandwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bandwan is 008976. The village spans a total geographical area of 10.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176053. Nurpur is nearest town to Bandwan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bandwan 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 Fatehpur 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.

Google Map of Bandwan

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Population of Bandwan

According to the 2011 Census, Bandwan has a total population of about 64, with approximately 31 males and 33 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.38%, with male literacy at about 93.55% and female literacy near 75.76%. There are around 15 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bandwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 64 31 33
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 1 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 21 10 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 54 29 25
Illiterate Population 10 2 8

Connectivity of Bandwan

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bandwan

Where is Bandwan located?
Bandwan village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandwan is Lohara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bandwan?
The pincode of Bandwan is 176053, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bandwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bandwan is 64, with 31 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Bandwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bandwan village has a total of 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bandwan is 84.38%. The male literacy rate is 93.55%, while the female literacy rate is 75.76%.