Bohala - Jaswan, Kangra
Bohala is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghamrur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bohala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bohala is 010603. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.46 hectares and falls under the 176502 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Bohala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bohala
As per Census 2011, Bohala village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 109 males and 107 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bohala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 19 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Bohala
Bohala 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 Bohala
Public transport in the Bohala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bohala is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bohala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bohala 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 Bohala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bohala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bohala
Where is Bohala located?
Bohala village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bohala?
The Gram Panchayat of Bohala is Ghamrur.
What is the pincode of Bohala?
The pincode of Bohala is 176502.
What is the population of Bohala?
Bohala has a total population of 216, including 109 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Bohala?
There are 51 households in Bohala.
What is the literacy rate in Bohala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bohala is 80.09%. Male literacy is 81.65% and female literacy is 78.50%.