Bihand

Bihand is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 135km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Bihand village. As per 2009 stats, Polian is the gram panchayat of Bihand village.

Bihand 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 Bihand

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bihand is 009041. The village spans a total geographical area of 122.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176025. Nurpur is nearest town to Bihand village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bihand 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.

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Population of Bihand

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 124 67 57
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 12 9
Scheduled Castes (SC) 17 7 10
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 86 49 37
Illiterate Population 38 18 20

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

  • The total population of Bihand village is around 124, including approximately 67 males and 57 females, with a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Bihand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bihand village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bihand village is about 69.35%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 64.91%.
  • There are around 24 households in Bihand village.

Connectivity of Bihand

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bihand. As per the 2011 stats, Bihand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bihand

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bihand

Where is Bihand located?
Bihand village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihand?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihand is Polian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bihand?
The pincode of Bihand is 176025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bihand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bihand is 124, with 67 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Bihand as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bihand village has a total of 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihand as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bihand is 69.35%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.