Bah - Dehar, Mandi
Bah is a village situated in the Dehar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Mandi. Salwana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bah is 014274. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.21 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 300 people, including 158 males and 142 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 83.46% and female literacy at 63.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 25 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 111 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 47 | 60 |
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 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bah
Where is Bah located?
Bah village is located in Dehar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bah?
The Gram Panchayat of Bah is Salwana.
What is the pincode of Bah?
The pincode of Bah is 175018.
What is the population of Bah?
Bah had a total population of 300, including 158 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Bah?
Bah had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bah was 73.38%. Male literacy was 83.46% and female literacy was 63.08%.