Bhakhra - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Bhakhra is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhakhra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakhra is 019556. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.61 hectares and falls under the 174201 pincode. Naina Devi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bhakhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhakhra
According to the 2011 Census, Bhakhra village had a total population of 652 people, including 322 males and 330 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.63%, with male literacy at 96.49% and female literacy at 89.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34.
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 | 652 | 322 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 37 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 275 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 47 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakhra
Bhakhra 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 Bhakhra
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naina Devi to Bhakhra is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Bhakhra is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Bhakhra
Where is Bhakhra located?
Bhakhra village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhakhra?
Bhakhra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhakhra?
The pincode of Bhakhra is 174201.
What is the population of Bhakhra?
Bhakhra had a total population of 652, including 322 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Bhakhra?
Bhakhra had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakhra was 92.63%. Male literacy was 96.49% and female literacy was 89.10%.