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.

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

According to the 2011 Census, Bihand has a total population of about 124, with approximately 67 males and 57 females. The sex ratio is around 850 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 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 69.35%, with male literacy at about 73.13% and female literacy near 64.91%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bihand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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%.