Bihran
Bihran is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Bihran village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Bihran unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Bihran’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 Bihran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bihran is 031958. The village spans a total geographical area of 206 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144528. Garhshankar is nearest town to Bihran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Bihran
Population of Bihran
According to the 2011 Census, Bihran has a total population of about 1,299, with approximately 667 males and 632 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 161 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 577 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 64.51%, with male literacy at about 70.46% and female literacy near 58.23%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bihran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,299 | 667 | 632 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 81 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 577 | 300 | 277 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 838 | 470 | 368 |
| Illiterate Population | 461 | 197 | 264 |
Connectivity of Bihran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bihran. As per the 2011 stats, Bihran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bihran
Knowing the nearby villages of Bihran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bihran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bihran
- Where is Bihran located?
- Bihran village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bihran?
- Bihran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bihran?
- The pincode of Bihran is 144528, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bihran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bihran is 1,299, with 667 males and 632 females.
- How many households are there in Bihran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bihran village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bihran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bihran is 64.51%. The male literacy rate is 70.46%, while the female literacy rate is 58.23%.