Bajaran - Nihri, Mandi
Bajaran is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bajihan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bajaran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajaran is 015639. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bajaran 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 Bajaran
According to the 2011 Census, Bajaran village had a total population of 173 people, including 89 males and 84 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.71%, with male literacy at 88.75% and female literacy at 68.00%.
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 | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Bajaran
Bajaran 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 Bajaran
Bajaran 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 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 Bajaran is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajaran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajaran 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bajaran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajaran 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 Bajaran
Where is Bajaran located?
Bajaran village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajaran?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajaran is Bajihan.
What is the pincode of Bajaran?
The pincode of Bajaran is 175038.
What is the population of Bajaran?
Bajaran had a total population of 173, including 89 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bajaran?
Bajaran had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajaran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajaran was 78.71%. Male literacy was 88.75% and female literacy was 68.00%.