Bakhalwar

Bakhalwar is a village located in Thunag tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 74km away from district headquarter Thunag. Thunag is the sub-district headquarter of Bakhalwar village. As per 2009 stats, Thunag Srj is the gram panchayat of Bakhalwar village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bakhalwar is 015116. The village spans a total geographical area of 127.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175054. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Bakhalwar village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bakhalwar 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 Seraj 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 Bakhalwar

According to the 2011 Census, Bakhalwar has a total population of about 398, with approximately 207 males and 191 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 71 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 72.61%, with male literacy at about 83.09% and female literacy near 61.26%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bakhalwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 398 207 191
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 23 21
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 35 36
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 289 172 117
Illiterate Population 109 35 74

Connectivity of Bakhalwar

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

Nearby Villages of Bakhalwar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Bakhalwar

Where is Bakhalwar located?
Bakhalwar village is situated in Thunag Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakhalwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakhalwar is Thunag Srj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bakhalwar?
The pincode of Bakhalwar is 175054, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakhalwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakhalwar is 398, with 207 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Bakhalwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakhalwar village has a total of 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhalwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakhalwar is 72.61%. The male literacy rate is 83.09%, while the female literacy rate is 61.26%.