Bhanana - Kotgarh, Shimla
Bhanana is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 88 km from Shimla. Kirti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanana is 023894. The village covers a total geographical area of 46.64 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Bhanana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanana
As per Census 2011, Bhanana village has a total population of 67 people, consisting of 30 males and 37 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,233 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 4 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanana
Bhanana 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 Bhanana
Bhanana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Bhanana is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhanana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhanana
Where is Bhanana located?
Bhanana village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanana is Kirti.
What is the pincode of Bhanana?
The pincode of Bhanana is 172031.
What is the population of Bhanana?
Bhanana has a total population of 67, including 30 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Bhanana?
There are 17 households in Bhanana.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanana is 94.03%. Male literacy is 93.33% and female literacy is 94.59%.