Bharera - Dalhousie, Chamba
Bharera is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Jiyunta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharera is 007407. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town.
Bharera 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 Bharera
According to the 2011 Census, Bharera village had a total population of 200 people, including 99 males and 101 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.80%, with male literacy at 85.06% and female literacy at 51.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 188, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 200 | 99 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 93 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 120 | 74 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 25 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Bharera
Bharera 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 Bharera
Bharera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Bharera is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bharera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bharera
Where is Bharera located?
Bharera village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharera?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharera is Jiyunta.
What is the pincode of Bharera?
The pincode of Bharera is 176303.
What is the population of Bharera?
Bharera had a total population of 200, including 99 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Bharera?
Bharera had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharera was 67.80%. Male literacy was 85.06% and female literacy was 51.11%.