Bahli - Nihri, Mandi
Bahli is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Dumat Behali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahli is 015567. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 175031 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bahli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahli
According to the 2011 Census, Bahli village had a total population of 685 people, including 335 males and 350 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.75%, with male literacy at 83.96% and female literacy at 63.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 494.
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 | 685 | 335 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 241 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 246 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 89 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Bahli
Bahli 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 Bahli
Bahli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bahli is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahli 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bahli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahli
Where is Bahli located?
Bahli village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahli is Dumat Behali.
What is the pincode of Bahli?
The pincode of Bahli is 175031.
What is the population of Bahli?
Bahli had a total population of 685, including 335 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Bahli?
Bahli had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahli was 73.75%. Male literacy was 83.96% and female literacy was 63.93%.