Bagon Sandhu - Theog, Shimla
Bagon Sandhu is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagon Sandhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagon Sandhu is 025025. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Bagon Sandhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Bagon Sandhu
According to the 2011 Census, Bagon Sandhu village had a total population of 418 people, including 216 males and 202 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 84.46% and female literacy at 75.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 418 | 216 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 163 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 53 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Bagon Sandhu
Bagon Sandhu 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 Bagon Sandhu
Public transport in the Bagon Sandhu 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 Bagon Sandhu is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bagon Sandhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagon Sandhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagon Sandhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bagon Sandhu 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 Bagon Sandhu
Where is Bagon Sandhu located?
Bagon Sandhu village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bagon Sandhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagon Sandhu is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Bagon Sandhu?
The pincode of Bagon Sandhu is 171201.
What is the population of Bagon Sandhu?
Bagon Sandhu had a total population of 418, including 216 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Bagon Sandhu?
Bagon Sandhu had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagon Sandhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagon Sandhu was 80.00%. Male literacy was 84.46% and female literacy was 75.40%.