Bhuno
Bhuno is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bhuno village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bhuno unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bhuno’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 Bhuno
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhuno is 031879. The village spans a total geographical area of 155 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146105. Mahilpur is nearest town to Bhuno village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bhuno
Population of Bhuno
According to the 2011 Census, Bhuno has a total population of about 1,334, with approximately 671 males and 663 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 849 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 74.51%, with male literacy at about 79.58% and female literacy near 69.38%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bhuno's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 994 | 534 | 460 |
| Illiterate Population | 340 | 137 | 203 |
Connectivity of Bhuno
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhuno. As per the 2011 stats, Bhuno had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhuno
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhuno helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhuno.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhuno
- Where is Bhuno located?
- Bhuno village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhuno?
- Bhuno serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bhuno?
- The pincode of Bhuno is 146105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhuno as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhuno is 1,334, with 671 males and 663 females.
- How many households are there in Bhuno as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhuno village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhuno as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhuno is 74.51%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 69.38%.