Bhawana
Bhawana is a village located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 78km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Bhawana village. As per 2009 stats, Purag is the gram panchayat of Bhawana village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhawana unique in its vibrant Kotkhai-Shimla region. You’ll see Bhawana’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 Bhawana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhawana is 026205. The village spans a total geographical area of 35.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171202. Kotkhai is nearest town to Bhawana village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Bhawana village comes under Shimla assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Bhawana
Population of Bhawana
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawana has a total population of about 199, with approximately 89 males and 110 females. The sex ratio is around 1235 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 97 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 73.87%, with male literacy at about 82.02% and female literacy near 67.27%. There are around 34 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhawana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 89 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 43 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 147 | 73 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Connectivity of Bhawana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhawana. As per the 2011 stats, Bhawana 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhawana
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhawana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhawana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhawana
- Where is Bhawana located?
- Bhawana village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhawana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhawana is Purag (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhawana?
- The pincode of Bhawana is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhawana is 199, with 89 males and 110 females.
- How many households are there in Bhawana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhawana village has a total of 34 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhawana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhawana is 73.87%. The male literacy rate is 82.02%, while the female literacy rate is 67.27%.