Bangarh - Mehatpur, Una
Bangarh is a village situated in the Mehatpur tehsil of Una district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Una. Bangarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangarh is 018821. The village covers a total geographical area of 989 hectares and falls under the 174315 pincode. Mehatpur Basdehra is the nearest town.
Bangarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangarh
As per Census 2011, Bangarh village has a total population of 2,604 people, consisting of 1,470 males and 1,134 females. The village has 476 households and a sex ratio of 771 females per 1,000 males. There are 268 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,086 literate and 518 illiterate residents. Additionally, 459 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bangarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,604 | 1,470 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 155 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 260 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 18 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,086 | 1,237 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 518 | 233 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Bangarh
Bangarh 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 Bangarh
Bangarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bangarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Una to Bangarh is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangarh 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 Bangarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangarh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bangarh
Where is Bangarh located?
Bangarh village is located in Mehatpur Tehsil, Una district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bangarh?
Bangarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bangarh?
The pincode of Bangarh is 174315.
What is the population of Bangarh?
Bangarh has a total population of 2,604, including 1,470 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Bangarh?
There are 476 households in Bangarh.
What is the literacy rate in Bangarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangarh is 80.11%. Male literacy is 84.15% and female literacy is 74.87%.