Bok (8/8) - Lahul, Lahaul And Spiti
Bok (8/8) is a village situated in the Lahul tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Kyelang. Kolong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bok (8/8) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bok (8/8) is 012357. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.32 hectares and falls under the 175132 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Bok (8/8) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bok (8/8)
According to the 2011 Census, Bok (8/8) village had a total population of 65 people, including 30 males and 35 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,167 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.41%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 65 | 30 | 35 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 28 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 7 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Bok (8/8)
Bok (8/8) 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 Bok (8/8)
Public transport in the Bok (8/8) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Bok (8/8) is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bok (8/8)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bok (8/8) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bok (8/8)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bok (8/8) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bok (8/8)
Where is Bok (8/8) located?
Bok (8/8) village is located in Lahul Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bok (8/8)?
The Gram Panchayat of Bok (8/8) is Kolong.
What is the pincode of Bok (8/8)?
The pincode of Bok (8/8) is 175132.
What is the population of Bok (8/8)?
Bok (8/8) had a total population of 65, including 30 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Bok (8/8)?
Bok (8/8) had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bok (8/8)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bok (8/8) was 64.41%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 50.00%.