Bhalana

Bhalana is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Bhalana village. As per 2009 stats, Bhalana village is also a gram panchayat.

Bhalana has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Bhalana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhalana is 014370. The village spans a total geographical area of 58.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175031. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Bhalana village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhalana 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 Nachan 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 Bhalana

Below is a concise population overview of Bhalana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 185 89 96
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 10 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 157 73 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 133 72 61
Illiterate Population 52 17 35

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhalana village:

  • The total population of Bhalana village is around 185, including approximately 89 males and 96 females, with a sex ratio of 1078 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Bhalana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bhalana village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bhalana village is about 71.89%, with male literacy at 80.90% and female literacy at 63.54%.
  • There are around 42 households in Bhalana village.

Connectivity of Bhalana

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

Nearby Villages of Bhalana

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhalana

Where is Bhalana located?
Bhalana village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalana?
Bhalana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhalana?
The pincode of Bhalana is 175031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhalana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhalana is 185, with 89 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Bhalana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhalana village has a total of 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhalana is 71.89%. The male literacy rate is 80.90%, while the female literacy rate is 63.54%.