Bharmal - Nurpur, Kangra
Bharmal is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Kopra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharmal is 008330. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.43 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Bharmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharmal
As per Census 2011, Bharmal village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 100 males and 108 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharmal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 24 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bharmal
Bharmal 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 Bharmal
Public transport in the Bharmal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Bharmal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharmal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bharmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bharmal
Where is Bharmal located?
Bharmal village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharmal is Kopra.
What is the pincode of Bharmal?
The pincode of Bharmal is 176202.
What is the population of Bharmal?
Bharmal has a total population of 208, including 100 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Bharmal?
There are 40 households in Bharmal.
What is the literacy rate in Bharmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharmal is 67.79%. Male literacy is 76.00% and female literacy is 60.19%.