Bonch - Ronhat, Sirmaur
Bonch is a village situated in the Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Koti Baunch serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bonch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bonch is 023468. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Bonch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bonch
As per Census 2011, Bonch village has a total population of 936 people, consisting of 512 males and 424 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 828 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 553 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bonch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 936 | 512 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 116 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 327 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 185 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Bonch
Bonch 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 Bonch
Public transport in the Bonch is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Bonch is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bonch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bonch 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 Bonch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bonch 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bonch
Where is Bonch located?
Bonch village is located in Ronhat Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bonch?
The Gram Panchayat of Bonch is Koti Baunch.
What is the pincode of Bonch?
The pincode of Bonch is 173027.
What is the population of Bonch?
Bonch has a total population of 936, including 512 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Bonch?
There are 141 households in Bonch.
What is the literacy rate in Bonch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bonch is 59.08%. Male literacy is 63.87% and female literacy is 53.30%.