Bihar

Bihar is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Bihar village. As per 2009 stats, Vand Vihar is the gram panchayat of Bihar village.

Here you can discover what makes Bihar unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Bihar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bihar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bihar is 011830. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176103. Palampur is nearest town to Bihar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bihar 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 Palampur 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 Bihar

According to the 2011 Census, Bihar has a total population of about 821, with approximately 433 males and 388 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 383 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 101. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.18%, with male literacy at about 78.06% and female literacy near 69.85%. There are around 192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bihar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 821 433 388
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 52 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 383 207 176
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 101 47 54
Literate Population 609 338 271
Illiterate Population 212 95 117

Connectivity of Bihar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bihar. As per the 2011 stats, Bihar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Bihar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bihar

Where is Bihar located?
Bihar village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihar is Vand Vihar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bihar?
The pincode of Bihar is 176103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bihar is 821, with 433 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Bihar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bihar village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bihar is 74.18%. The male literacy rate is 78.06%, while the female literacy rate is 69.85%.