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.

Bahour has its own place in the vibrant Puducherry region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Bahour

Below is a concise population overview of Bahour as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bahour village:

  • The total population of Bahour village is around 10,927, including approximately 5,406 males and 5,521 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,119 children aged 0–6 years in Bahour village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Bahour village has 2,234 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Bahour village is about 72.28%, with male literacy at 78.28% and female literacy at 66.40%.
  • There are around 2,669 households in Bahour village.

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.

Seliamedu Kaduvanur Karaiyambuthur Manamedu Irulansandy Manapattu Outchimedu Parikalpet Kuruvinatham Varichikudy Poovam

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%.