Bhadour - Dharwala, Chamba
Bhadour is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Chamba. Piyoohra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhadour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhadour is 007884. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 176324 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Bhadour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhadour
As per Census 2011, Bhadour village has a total population of 526 people, consisting of 263 males and 263 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 360 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhadour are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 263 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 175 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 194 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 69 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Bhadour
Bhadour 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 Bhadour
Public transport in the Bhadour 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 Chamba to Bhadour is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhadour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhadour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhadour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhadour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhadour
Where is Bhadour located?
Bhadour village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhadour?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhadour is Piyoohra.
What is the pincode of Bhadour?
The pincode of Bhadour is 176324.
What is the population of Bhadour?
Bhadour has a total population of 526, including 263 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bhadour?
There are 103 households in Bhadour.
What is the literacy rate in Bhadour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhadour is 68.44%. Male literacy is 73.76% and female literacy is 63.12%.