Biru - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Biru is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Daled serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biru is 013528. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.57 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Biru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biru
According to the 2011 Census, Biru village had a total population of 236 people, including 116 males and 120 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 87.63% and female literacy at 68.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 236 | 116 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 85 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Biru
Biru 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 Biru
Biru 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 Biru is about 102 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 Biru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biru 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biru 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Biru
Where is Biru located?
Biru village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biru?
The Gram Panchayat of Biru is Daled.
What is the pincode of Biru?
The pincode of Biru is 175016.
What is the population of Biru?
Biru had a total population of 236, including 116 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Biru?
Biru had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biru was 77.67%. Male literacy was 87.63% and female literacy was 68.81%.