Bholi - Namhol, Bilaspur
Bholi is a village situated in the Namhol tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholi is 019854. The village covers a total geographical area of 174 hectares and falls under the 174033 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Bholi 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 Bholi
As per Census 2011, Bholi village has a total population of 735 people, consisting of 390 males and 345 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 86 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 439 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 512 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 735 | 390 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 512 | 273 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 439 | 257 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 133 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Bholi
Bholi 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 Bholi
Public transport in the Bholi 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 Bholi 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 Bholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bholi
Where is Bholi located?
Bholi village is located in Namhol Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bholi?
Bholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bholi?
The pincode of Bholi is 174033.
What is the population of Bholi?
Bholi has a total population of 735, including 390 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Bholi?
There are 142 households in Bholi.
What is the literacy rate in Bholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholi is 59.73%. Male literacy is 65.90% and female literacy is 52.75%.