Bhalwan
About Bhalwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhalwan village is 013909. Bhalwan village is located in Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 64km away from district headquarter Sarkaghat. Sarkaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Bhalwan village. As per 2009 stats, Paplog is the gram panchayat of Bhalwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 62.96 hectares. Bhalwan has a total population of 244 peoples, out of which male population is 124 while female population is 120. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 967 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhalwan village is 80.33% out of which 83.06% males and 77.50% females are literate. There are about 65 houses in bhalwan village. Pincode of bhalwan village locality is 175024.
When it comes to administration, Bhalwan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhalwan village comes under Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sarkaghat is nearest town to bhalwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bhalwan
The population details of Bhalwan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Connectivity of Bhalwan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhalwan
Where is Bhalwan located?
Bhalwan village is situated in Sarkaghat Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalwan is Paplog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhalwan?
The pincode of Bhalwan is 175024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhalwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhalwan is 244, with 124 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Bhalwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhalwan village has a total of 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhalwan is 80.33%. The male literacy rate is 83.06%, while the female literacy rate is 77.50%.