Bah - Padhar, Mandi
Bah is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bah village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bah is 013125. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Bah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bah
According to the 2011 Census, Bah village had a total population of 182 people, including 95 males and 87 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.10%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 62.20%.
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 | 182 | 95 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 72 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bah
Bah 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 Bah
Bah 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bah is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bah 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bah
Where is Bah located?
Bah village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bah?
Bah is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bah?
The pincode of Bah is 175012.
What is the population of Bah?
Bah had a total population of 182, including 95 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Bah?
Bah had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bah was 74.10%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 62.20%.