Bah - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Bah is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Haroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bah is 010520. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.18 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Bah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bah
According to the 2011 Census, Bah village had a total population of 294 people, including 146 males and 148 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.50%, with male literacy at 93.85% and female literacy at 77.70%.
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 | 294 | 146 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 122 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 24 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Bah
Bah 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 Bah
Bah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bah is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bah
Where is Bah located?
Bah village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bah?
The Gram Panchayat of Bah is Haroli.
What is the pincode of Bah?
The pincode of Bah is 176031.
What is the population of Bah?
Bah had a total population of 294, including 146 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Bah?
Bah had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bah was 85.50%. Male literacy was 93.85% and female literacy was 77.70%.