Bhalun

Bhalun is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 73km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Bhalun village. As per 2009 stats, Bhaloon is the gram panchayat of Bhalun village.

Bhalun 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 Bhalun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhalun is 008339. The village spans a total geographical area of 334.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176202. Nurpur is nearest town to Bhalun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhalun 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 Nurpur 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 Bhalun

Below is a concise population overview of Bhalun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,257 658 599
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 80 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) 215 117 98
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 61 29 32
Literate Population 944 519 425
Illiterate Population 313 139 174

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhalun village:

  • The total population of Bhalun village is around 1,257, including approximately 658 males and 599 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Bhalun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhalun village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 61 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Bhalun village is about 75.10%, with male literacy at 78.88% and female literacy at 70.95%.
  • There are around 255 households in Bhalun village.

Connectivity of Bhalun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhalun. As per the 2011 stats, Bhalun 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhalun

Knowing the nearby villages of Bhalun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhalun.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhalun

Where is Bhalun located?
Bhalun village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalun?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalun is Bhaloon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhalun?
The pincode of Bhalun is 176202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhalun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhalun is 1,257, with 658 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Bhalun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhalun village has a total of 255 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhalun is 75.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.88%, while the female literacy rate is 70.95%.