Bhuno - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Bhuno is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Bhuno village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuno is 031879. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 146111 pincode. Mahilpur is the nearest town.
Bhuno village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhuno
According to the 2011 Census, Bhuno village had a total population of 1,334 people, including 671 males and 663 females, living in 268 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.38%, with male literacy at 89.90% and female literacy at 78.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 849.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 671 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 849 | 424 | 425 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 994 | 534 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 137 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuno
Bhuno 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 Bhuno
Bhuno is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Bhuno is about 22 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 Bhuno
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuno 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 Bhuno
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuno 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhuno
Where is Bhuno located?
Bhuno village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhuno?
Bhuno is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhuno?
The pincode of Bhuno is 146111.
What is the population of Bhuno?
Bhuno had a total population of 1,334, including 671 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Bhuno?
Bhuno had 268 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuno?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuno was 84.38%. Male literacy was 89.90% and female literacy was 78.77%.