Bhehri - Gangath, Kangra
Bhehri is a village situated in the Gangath tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Kangreri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhehri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhehri is 008753. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.44 hectares and falls under the 176022 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Bhehri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Indora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhehri
According to the 2011 Census, Bhehri village had a total population of 170 people, including 89 males and 81 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.51%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 170 | 89 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 64 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 25 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Bhehri
Bhehri 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 Bhehri
Bhehri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Dharmsala to Bhehri is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhehri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhehri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhehri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhehri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhehri
Where is Bhehri located?
Bhehri village is located in Gangath Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhehri?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhehri is Kangreri.
What is the pincode of Bhehri?
The pincode of Bhehri is 176022.
What is the population of Bhehri?
Bhehri had a total population of 170, including 89 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Bhehri?
Bhehri had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhehri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhehri was 81.51%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 78.57%.