Bhaunka
Bhaunka is a village located in Jawali tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 43km away from district headquarter Jawali. Jawali is the sub-district headquarter of Bhaunka village. As per 2009 stats, Bhalli is the gram panchayat of Bhaunka village.
Bhaunka 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 Bhaunka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhaunka is 009239. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176205. Nurpur is nearest town to Bhaunka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bhaunka 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 Jawali 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 Bhaunka
Below is a concise population overview of Bhaunka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 565 | 262 | 303 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 95 | 107 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
Literate Population | 412 | 201 | 211 |
Illiterate Population | 153 | 61 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhaunka village:
- The total population of Bhaunka village is around 565, including approximately 262 males and 303 females, with a sex ratio of 1156 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Bhaunka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhaunka village has 202 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 85 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhaunka village is about 72.92%, with male literacy at 76.72% and female literacy at 69.64%.
- There are around 121 households in Bhaunka village.
Connectivity of Bhaunka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhaunka. As per the 2011 stats, Bhaunka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhaunka
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhaunka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhaunka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhaunka
- Where is Bhaunka located?
- Bhaunka village is situated in Jawali Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhaunka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhaunka is Bhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhaunka?
- The pincode of Bhaunka is 176205, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhaunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhaunka is 565, with 262 males and 303 females.
- How many households are there in Bhaunka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhaunka village has a total of 121 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhaunka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhaunka is 72.92%. The male literacy rate is 76.72%, while the female literacy rate is 69.64%.