Bandal Surakh - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Bandal Surakh is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from Nahan. Bhatgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandal Surakh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandal Surakh is 023024. The village covers a total geographical area of 630.5 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Bandal Surakh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandal Surakh
According to the 2011 Census, Bandal Surakh village had a total population of 706 people, including 358 males and 348 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 972 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.57%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 51.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 417.
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 | 706 | 358 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 210 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 179 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 179 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Bandal Surakh
Bandal Surakh 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 Bandal Surakh
Bandal Surakh 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 Nahan to Bandal Surakh is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandal Surakh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandal Surakh 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 Bandal Surakh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandal Surakh 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 Bandal Surakh
Where is Bandal Surakh located?
Bandal Surakh village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandal Surakh?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandal Surakh is Bhatgarh.
What is the pincode of Bandal Surakh?
The pincode of Bandal Surakh is 173022.
What is the population of Bandal Surakh?
Bandal Surakh had a total population of 706, including 358 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Bandal Surakh?
Bandal Surakh had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandal Surakh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandal Surakh was 56.57%. Male literacy was 61.72% and female literacy was 51.39%.