Bajhu - Karsog, Mandi
Bajhu is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bakhrout serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajhu is 015842. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bajhu 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 Bajhu
According to the 2011 Census, Bajhu village had a total population of 167 people, including 88 males and 79 females. The village had 37 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. The village had 14 children in the 0–6 age group. The village had 123 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Scheduled Castes (SC) accounted for 37 people.
The table below presents population figures by category, with separate male and female counts.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 88 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 18 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Bajhu
Bajhu 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 Bajhu
Bajhu 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 | 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 Bajhu is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bajhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajhu 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bajhu
Where is Bajhu located?
Bajhu village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajhu is Bakhrout.
What is the pincode of Bajhu?
The pincode of Bajhu is 175046.
What is the population of Bajhu?
Bajhu had a total population of 167, including 88 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Bajhu?
Bajhu had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajhu was 80.39%. Male literacy was 86.42% and female literacy was 73.61%.