Bajihan

Bajihan is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Bajihan village. As per 2009 stats, Marhda is the gram panchayat of Bajihan village.

Here you can discover what makes Bajihan unique in its vibrant Nihri-Mandi region. You’ll see Bajihan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bajihan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bajihan is 015662. The village spans a total geographical area of 45.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175038. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Bajihan village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bajihan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bajihan

According to the 2011 Census, Bajihan has a total population of about 186, with approximately 97 males and 89 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.88%, with male literacy at about 86.60% and female literacy near 66.29%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bajihan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 186 97 89
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 24 11 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 15 10 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 143 84 59
Illiterate Population 43 13 30

Connectivity of Bajihan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bajihan. As per the 2011 stats, Bajihan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bajihan

Knowing the nearby villages of Bajihan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bajihan.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bajihan

Where is Bajihan located?
Bajihan village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bajihan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bajihan is Marhda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bajihan?
The pincode of Bajihan is 175038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bajihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bajihan is 186, with 97 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Bajihan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bajihan village has a total of 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bajihan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bajihan is 76.88%. The male literacy rate is 86.60%, while the female literacy rate is 66.29%.