Bahal - Pangna, Mandi
Bahal is a village situated in the Pangna tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Mandi. Masogal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahal is 015767. The village covers a total geographical area of 4.98 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahal
According to the 2011 Census, Bahal village had a total population of 18 people, including 11 males and 7 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 636 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Bahal
Bahal 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 Bahal
Public transport in the Bahal is mainly available through shared van 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 Bahal is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahal 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 Bahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahal
Where is Bahal located?
Bahal village is located in Pangna Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahal is Masogal.
What is the pincode of Bahal?
The pincode of Bahal is 175046.
What is the population of Bahal?
Bahal had a total population of 18, including 11 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Bahal?
Bahal had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahal was 50.00%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 42.86%.