Bhadini - Dalhousie, Chamba
Bhadini is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Ruliyani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhadini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadini is 007453. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.42 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhadini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadini
According to the 2011 Census, Bhadini village had a total population of 231 people, including 118 males and 113 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.91%, with male literacy at 86.14% and female literacy at 59.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 231.
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 | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 87 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadini
Bhadini 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 Bhadini
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhadini.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Bhadini is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Bhadini is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadini 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhadini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhadini
Where is Bhadini located?
Bhadini village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadini?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhadini is Ruliyani.
What is the pincode of Bhadini?
The pincode of Bhadini is 176304.
What is the population of Bhadini?
Bhadini had a total population of 231, including 118 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Bhadini?
Bhadini had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadini was 72.91%. Male literacy was 86.14% and female literacy was 59.80%.