Bagain - Sunni, Shimla
Bagain is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Shimla. Shakrori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagain village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagain is 024075. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bagain village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bagain
According to the 2011 Census, Bagain village had a total population of 53 people, including 24 males and 29 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bagain
Bagain 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 Bagain
Bagain is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bagain is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagain
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagain village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bagain
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagain village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bagain
Where is Bagain located?
Bagain village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagain?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagain is Shakrori.
What is the pincode of Bagain?
The pincode of Bagain is 171301.
What is the population of Bagain?
Bagain had a total population of 53, including 24 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Bagain?
Bagain had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagain?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagain was 86.36%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 79.17%.