Bhanwar

Bhanwar is a village located in Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Sundarnagar. Sundarnagar is the sub-district headquarter of Bhanwar village. As per 2009 stats, Bhenwari Snr is the gram panchayat of Bhanwar village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhanwar is 014313. The village spans a total geographical area of 191.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174401. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Bhanwar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bhanwar 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 Sundernagar 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 Bhanwar

According to the 2011 Census, Bhanwar has a total population of about 495, with approximately 239 males and 256 females. The sex ratio is around 1071 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 108 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 68.28%, with male literacy at about 74.48% and female literacy near 62.50%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhanwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 495 239 256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 37 41
Scheduled Castes (SC) 108 53 55
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 338 178 160
Illiterate Population 157 61 96

Connectivity of Bhanwar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhanwar. As per the 2011 stats, Bhanwar 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 Bhanwar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bhanwar

Where is Bhanwar located?
Bhanwar village is situated in Sundarnagar Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanwar is Bhenwari Snr (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhanwar?
The pincode of Bhanwar is 174401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhanwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhanwar is 495, with 239 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Bhanwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhanwar village has a total of 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhanwar is 68.28%. The male literacy rate is 74.48%, while the female literacy rate is 62.50%.