Bilwan
About Bilwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bilwan village is 008750. Bilwan village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 86km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Bilwan village. As per 2009 stats, Kangrari is the gram panchayat of Bilwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 57.86 hectares. Bilwan has a total population of 125 peoples, out of which male population is 67 while female population is 58. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 865 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bilwan village is 68.80% out of which 65.67% males and 72.41% females are literate. There are about 25 houses in bilwan village. Pincode of bilwan village locality is 176022.
When it comes to administration, Bilwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bilwan village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Nurpur is nearest town to bilwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bilwan
The population details of Bilwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 67 | 58 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Connectivity of Bilwan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bilwan
Where is Bilwan located?
Bilwan village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bilwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bilwan is Kangrari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bilwan?
The pincode of Bilwan is 176022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bilwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bilwan is 125, with 67 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Bilwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bilwan village has a total of 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bilwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bilwan is 68.80%. The male literacy rate is 65.67%, while the female literacy rate is 72.41%.