Bhakan
About Bhakan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhakan village is 026052. Bhakan village is located in Jubbal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 122km away from district headquarter Jubbal. Jubbal is the sub-district headquarter of Bhakan village. As per 2009 stats, Rawin is the gram panchayat of Bhakan village.
The total geographical area of village is 74 hectares. Bhakan has a total population of 138 peoples, out of which male population is 73 while female population is 65. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 890 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhakan village is 75.36% out of which 80.82% males and 69.23% females are literate. There are about 32 houses in bhakan village. Pincode of bhakan village locality is 171216.
When it comes to administration, Bhakan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhakan village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Jubbal is nearest town to bhakan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bhakan
The population details of Bhakan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 73 | 65 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 14 | 20 |
Connectivity of Bhakan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhakan
Where is Bhakan located?
Bhakan village is situated in Jubbal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhakan is Rawin (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhakan?
The pincode of Bhakan is 171216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhakan is 138, with 73 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Bhakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhakan village has a total of 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhakan is 75.36%. The male literacy rate is 80.82%, while the female literacy rate is 69.23%.