Bhater - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Bhater is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Damli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhater village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhater is 019495. The village covers a total geographical area of 60.74 hectares and falls under the 174024 pincode. Bilaspur 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 Jhanduta 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 333 people, including 175 males and 158 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.94%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 77.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 113.
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 | 333 | 175 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 140 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
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 shared van 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 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. 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 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhater?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhater is Damli.
What is the pincode of Bhater?
The pincode of Bhater is 174024.
What is the population of Bhater?
Bhater had a total population of 333, including 175 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Bhater?
Bhater had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhater?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhater was 82.94%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 77.70%.