Bahanu - Karsog, Mandi
Bahanu is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kuphridhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahanu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahanu is 016163. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.18 hectares and falls under the 175011 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bahanu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahanu
According to the 2011 Census, Bahanu village had a total population of 501 people, including 246 males and 255 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,037 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.17%, with male literacy at 84.55% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 343.
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 | 501 | 246 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 176 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 330 | 186 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 60 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Bahanu
Bahanu 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 Bahanu
Bahanu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bahanu is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahanu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahanu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahanu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahanu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahanu
Where is Bahanu located?
Bahanu village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahanu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahanu is Kuphridhar.
What is the pincode of Bahanu?
The pincode of Bahanu is 175011.
What is the population of Bahanu?
Bahanu had a total population of 501, including 246 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Bahanu?
Bahanu had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahanu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahanu was 75.17%. Male literacy was 84.55% and female literacy was 65.75%.