Bhawai - Haripurdhar, Sirmaur
Bhawai is a village situated in the Haripurdhar tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Nahan. Bhawai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhawai is 022957. The village covers a total geographical area of 1304 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Bhawai 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 Bhawai
According to the 2011 Census, Bhawai village had a total population of 2,137 people, including 1,053 males and 1,084 females, living in 364 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.58%, with male literacy at 88.25% and female literacy at 77.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,154.
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 | 2,137 | 1,053 | 1,084 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 151 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,154 | 569 | 585 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,512 | 796 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 625 | 257 | 368 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhawai
Bhawai 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 Nahan to Bhawai is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhawai 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 Bhawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhawai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhawai
Where is Bhawai located?
Bhawai village is located in Haripurdhar Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhawai?
Bhawai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhawai?
The pincode of Bhawai is 173032.
What is the population of Bhawai?
Bhawai had a total population of 2,137, including 1,053 males and 1,084 females.
How many households are there in Bhawai?
Bhawai had 364 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhawai was 82.58%. Male literacy was 88.25% and female literacy was 77.07%.