Bajihan - Nihri, Mandi
Bajihan is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bajihan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bajihan is 015662. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.06 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bajihan 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 Bajihan
As per Census 2011, Bajihan village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 97 males and 89 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bajihan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 97 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 84 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bajihan
Bajihan 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 Bajihan
Bajihan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bajihan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bajihan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bajihan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bajihan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bajihan 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bajihan
Where is Bajihan located?
Bajihan village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajihan?
Bajihan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bajihan?
The pincode of Bajihan is 175038.
What is the population of Bajihan?
Bajihan has a total population of 186, including 97 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Bajihan?
There are 40 households in Bajihan.
What is the literacy rate in Bajihan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bajihan is 76.88%. Male literacy is 86.60% and female literacy is 66.29%.