Bherta - Fatehpur, Kangra
Bherta is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Lohara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherta is 008909. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.56 hectares and falls under the 176053 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Bherta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bherta
According to the 2011 Census, Bherta village had a total population of 568 people, including 289 males and 279 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.34%, with male literacy at 90.76% and female literacy at 79.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 568 | 289 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 226 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 63 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Bherta
Bherta 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 Bherta
Bherta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bherta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bherta is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bherta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherta 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bherta
Where is Bherta located?
Bherta village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bherta?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherta is Lohara.
What is the pincode of Bherta?
The pincode of Bherta is 176053.
What is the population of Bherta?
Bherta had a total population of 568, including 289 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Bherta?
Bherta had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bherta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherta was 85.34%. Male literacy was 90.76% and female literacy was 79.92%.