Bilwan - Gangath, Kangra
Bilwan is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 86 km from Dharmsala. Kangreri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bilwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bilwan is 008750. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.86 hectares and falls under the 176022 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Bilwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bilwan
According to the 2011 Census, Bilwan village had a total population of 125 people, including 67 males and 58 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 77.19% and female literacy at 80.77%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bilwan
Bilwan 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 Bilwan
Public transport in the Bilwan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bilwan is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bilwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bilwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bilwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bilwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bilwan
Where is Bilwan located?
Bilwan village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilwan is Kangreri.
What is the pincode of Bilwan?
The pincode of Bilwan is 176022.
What is the population of Bilwan?
Bilwan had a total population of 125, including 67 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Bilwan?
Bilwan had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bilwan was 78.90%. Male literacy was 77.19% and female literacy was 80.77%.