Bahi - Nihri, Mandi
Bahi is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Nihri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahi is 015640. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.25 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bahi 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 Bahi
According to the 2011 Census, Bahi village had a total population of 130 people, including 61 males and 69 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 64.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 49 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 12 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Bahi
Bahi 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 Bahi
Bahi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bahi is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahi
Where is Bahi located?
Bahi village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahi is Nihri.
What is the pincode of Bahi?
The pincode of Bahi is 175038.
What is the population of Bahi?
Bahi had a total population of 130, including 61 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Bahi?
Bahi had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahi was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 64.06%.