Buhar - Kalol, Bilaspur
Buhar is a village situated in the Kalol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 61 km from Bilaspur. Paploa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buhar is 019411. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.21 hectares and falls under the 174017 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town.
Buhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Buhar
According to the 2011 Census, Buhar village had a total population of 384 people, including 193 males and 191 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 81.10% and female literacy at 71.69%.
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 | 384 | 193 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 133 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 60 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Buhar
Buhar 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 Buhar
Public transport in the Buhar 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 Buhar is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Buhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buhar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Buhar
Where is Buhar located?
Buhar village is located in Kalol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Buhar is Paploa.
What is the pincode of Buhar?
The pincode of Buhar is 174017.
What is the population of Buhar?
Buhar had a total population of 384, including 193 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Buhar?
Buhar had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buhar was 76.36%. Male literacy was 81.10% and female literacy was 71.69%.