Bhanwar - Thural, Kangra
Bhanwar is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thural Kana Sabhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanwar is 011122. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.76 hectares and falls under the 176107 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Bhanwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanwar
As per Census 2011, Bhanwar village has a total population of 246 people, consisting of 119 males and 127 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 246 | 119 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanwar
Bhanwar 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 Bhanwar
Bhanwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bhanwar is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanwar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bhanwar
Where is Bhanwar located?
Bhanwar village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanwar is Thural Kana Sabhan.
What is the pincode of Bhanwar?
The pincode of Bhanwar is 176107.
What is the population of Bhanwar?
Bhanwar has a total population of 246, including 119 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Bhanwar?
There are 67 households in Bhanwar.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanwar is 75.61%. Male literacy is 80.67% and female literacy is 70.87%.