Bhanra - Nohra, Sirmaur
Bhanra is a village situated in the Nohra tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bharari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhanra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhanra is 022673. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.55 hectares and falls under the 173104 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Bhanra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhanra
As per Census 2011, Bhanra village has a total population of 400 people, consisting of 208 males and 192 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 278 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhanra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 400 | 208 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 107 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 157 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 51 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Bhanra
Bhanra 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 Bhanra
Bhanra 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 >10 km |
| 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 Bhanra is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhanra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhanra 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 Bhanra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhanra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhanra
Where is Bhanra located?
Bhanra village is located in Nohra Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhanra?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhanra is Bharari.
What is the pincode of Bhanra?
The pincode of Bhanra is 173104.
What is the population of Bhanra?
Bhanra has a total population of 400, including 208 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Bhanra?
There are 75 households in Bhanra.
What is the literacy rate in Bhanra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhanra is 69.50%. Male literacy is 75.48% and female literacy is 63.02%.