Bhawani

Bhawani is a village located in Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Sarkaghat. Sarkaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Bhawani village. As per 2009 stats, Darpa is the gram panchayat of Bhawani village.

Here you can discover what makes Bhawani unique in its vibrant Sarkaghat-Mandi region. You’ll see Bhawani’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 Bhawani

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhawani is 013922. The village spans a total geographical area of 31.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175024. Sarkaghat is nearest town to Bhawani village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhawani 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 Dharampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur 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 Bhawani

According to the 2011 Census, Bhawani has a total population of about 331, with approximately 167 males and 164 females. The sex ratio is around 982 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 40 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 297 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 72.81%, with male literacy at about 76.05% and female literacy near 69.51%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhawani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 331 167 164
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 40 24 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 297 149 148
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 241 127 114
Illiterate Population 90 40 50

Connectivity of Bhawani

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhawani. As per the 2011 stats, Bhawani 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bhawani

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhawani

Where is Bhawani located?
Bhawani village is situated in Sarkaghat Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawani?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhawani is Darpa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhawani?
The pincode of Bhawani is 175024, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhawani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhawani is 331, with 167 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Bhawani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhawani village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhawani is 72.81%. The male literacy rate is 76.05%, while the female literacy rate is 69.51%.