Bhater - Naina Devi, Bilaspur
Bhater is a village situated in the Naina Devi tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Tali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhater village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhater is 019657. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.21 hectares and falls under the 174011 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
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 Sri naina Deviji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhater
As per Census 2011, Bhater village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 226 males and 214 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 350 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhater are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 226 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 191 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
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 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhater
Where is Bhater located?
Bhater village is located in Naina Devi Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhater?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhater is Tali.
What is the pincode of Bhater?
The pincode of Bhater is 174011.
What is the population of Bhater?
Bhater has a total population of 440, including 226 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Bhater?
There are 93 households in Bhater.
What is the literacy rate in Bhater?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhater is 79.55%. Male literacy is 84.51% and female literacy is 74.30%.