Bhater - Bharari, Bilaspur
Bhater is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhater village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhater is 019197. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Bhater village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhater
According to the 2011 Census, Bhater village had a total population of 289 people, including 127 males and 162 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,276 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.70%, with male literacy at 93.86% and female literacy at 97.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 289 | 127 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 107 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 20 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bhater
Bhater 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 Bhater
Bhater is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Bhater is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhater
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhater village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bhater
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhater village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhater
Where is Bhater located?
Bhater village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhater?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhater is Gahar.
What is the pincode of Bhater?
The pincode of Bhater is 174027.
What is the population of Bhater?
Bhater had a total population of 289, including 127 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Bhater?
Bhater had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhater?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhater was 95.70%. Male literacy was 93.86% and female literacy was 97.18%.