Bhamchwan - Tikken, Mandi
Bhamchwan is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 69 km from Mandi. Latran serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhamchwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhamchwan is 013029. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.79 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Bhamchwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhamchwan
According to the 2011 Census, Bhamchwan village had a total population of 219 people, including 114 males and 105 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.21%, with male literacy at 69.07% and female literacy at 57.29%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 114 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Bhamchwan
Bhamchwan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhamchwan
Public transport in the Bhamchwan is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bhamchwan is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhamchwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhamchwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhamchwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhamchwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhamchwan
Where is Bhamchwan located?
Bhamchwan village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhamchwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhamchwan is Latran.
What is the pincode of Bhamchwan?
The pincode of Bhamchwan is 175013.
What is the population of Bhamchwan?
Bhamchwan had a total population of 219, including 114 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Bhamchwan?
Bhamchwan had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhamchwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhamchwan was 63.21%. Male literacy was 69.07% and female literacy was 57.29%.