Bhench
Bhench is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 52km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Bhench village. As per 2009 stats, Jadhana is the gram panchayat of Bhench village.
Here you can discover what makes Bhench unique in its vibrant Kandaghat-Solan region. You’ll see Bhench’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bhench
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhench is 022229. The village spans a total geographical area of 123.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173207. Arki is nearest town to Bhench village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bhench village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bhench
Population of Bhench
According to the 2011 Census, Bhench has a total population of about 201, with approximately 100 males and 101 females. The sex ratio is around 1010 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.11%, with male literacy at about 86.00% and female literacy near 70.30%. There are around 42 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhench's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 201 | 100 | 101 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 157 | 86 | 71 |
Illiterate Population | 44 | 14 | 30 |
Connectivity of Bhench
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhench. As per the 2011 stats, Bhench had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhench
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhench helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhench.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhench
- Where is Bhench located?
- Bhench village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhench?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhench is Jadhana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhench?
- The pincode of Bhench is 173207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhench as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhench is 201, with 100 males and 101 females.
- How many households are there in Bhench as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhench village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhench as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhench is 78.11%. The male literacy rate is 86.00%, while the female literacy rate is 70.30%.