Bah - Bhadrota, Mandi
Bah is a village situated in the Bhadrota tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Rakhota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bah is 014054. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.13 hectares and falls under the 175049 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Bah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bah
According to the 2011 Census, Bah village had a total population of 233 people, including 114 males and 119 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.74%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 72.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 233 | 114 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 85 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bah is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bah
Where is Bah located?
Bah village is located in Bhadrota Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bah?
The Gram Panchayat of Bah is Rakhota.
What is the pincode of Bah?
The pincode of Bah is 175049.
What is the population of Bah?
Bah had a total population of 233, including 114 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Bah?
Bah had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bah was 78.74%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 72.90%.