Bholi - Jaswan, Kangra
Bholi is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kasba Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bholi is 010636. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.27 hectares and falls under the 177111 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Bholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bholi
According to the 2011 Census, Bholi village had a total population of 148 people, including 70 males and 78 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.04%, with male literacy at 90.16% and female literacy at 91.78%.
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 | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 55 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Bholi
Bholi 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 Bholi
Public transport in the Bholi 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 Bholi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bholi
Where is Bholi located?
Bholi village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bholi is Kasba Kotla.
What is the pincode of Bholi?
The pincode of Bholi is 177111.
What is the population of Bholi?
Bholi had a total population of 148, including 70 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Bholi?
Bholi had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bholi was 91.04%. Male literacy was 90.16% and female literacy was 91.78%.