Bahour
Bahour is a village located in Bahour Taluk taluka of Puducherry district in Puducherry, India. It is situated 23km away from district headquarter Bahour. Bahour is the sub-district headquarter of Bahour village. As per 2009 stats, Bahour West is the gram panchayat of Bahour village.
Here you can discover what makes Bahour unique in its vibrant Bahour Taluk-Puducherry region. You’ll see Bahour’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 Bahour
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bahour is 644978. The village spans a total geographical area of 887.66 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 607402. Cuddalore is nearest town to Bahour village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Bahour
Population of Bahour
According to the 2011 Census, Bahour has a total population of about 10,927, with approximately 5,406 males and 5,521 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,234 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.28%, with male literacy at about 78.28% and female literacy near 66.40%. There are around 2,669 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bahour's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,927 | 5,406 | 5,521 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,119 | 581 | 538 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,234 | 1,089 | 1,145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,898 | 4,232 | 3,666 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,029 | 1,174 | 1,855 |
Connectivity of Bahour
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bahour. As per the 2011 stats, Bahour had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bahour
Knowing the nearby villages of Bahour helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bahour.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bahour
- Where is Bahour located?
- Bahour village is situated in Bahour Taluk Taluka, within the Puducherry district of Puducherry, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bahour?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bahour is Bahour West (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bahour?
- The pincode of Bahour is 607402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bahour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bahour is 10,927, with 5,406 males and 5,521 females.
- How many households are there in Bahour as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bahour village has a total of 2,669 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bahour as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bahour is 72.28%. The male literacy rate is 78.28%, while the female literacy rate is 66.40%.