Buchhair (21/67) - Ani, Kullu
Buchhair (21/67) is a village situated in the Ani tehsil of Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh. Laphali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buchhair (21/67) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buchhair (21/67) is 012947. The village covers a total geographical area of 344 hectares and falls under the 172032 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Buchhair (21/67) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buchhair (21/67)
According to the 2011 Census, Buchhair (21/67) village had a total population of 2,729 people, including 1,415 males and 1,314 females, living in 559 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.73%, with male literacy at 88.17% and female literacy at 68.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 836.
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 | 2,729 | 1,415 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 424 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,899 | 1,096 | 803 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 319 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Buchhair (21/67)
Buchhair (21/67) 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 Buchhair (21/67)
Public transport in the Buchhair (21/67) 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 Kullu to Buchhair (21/67) is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Buchhair (21/67)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buchhair (21/67) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Buchhair (21/67)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buchhair (21/67) 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 Buchhair (21/67)
Where is Buchhair (21/67) located?
Buchhair (21/67) village is located in Ani Tehsil, Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Buchhair (21/67)?
The Gram Panchayat of Buchhair (21/67) is Laphali.
What is the pincode of Buchhair (21/67)?
The pincode of Buchhair (21/67) is 172032.
What is the population of Buchhair (21/67)?
Buchhair (21/67) had a total population of 2,729, including 1,415 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Buchhair (21/67)?
Buchhair (21/67) had 559 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buchhair (21/67)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buchhair (21/67) was 78.73%. Male literacy was 88.17% and female literacy was 68.69%.