Bharola - Chaupal, Shimla
Bharola is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bamta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharola is 025423. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.63 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Bharola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharola
According to the 2011 Census, Bharola village had a total population of 95 people, including 49 males and 46 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.64%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Bharola
Bharola 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 Bharola
Bharola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shimla to Bharola is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharola 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 Bharola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharola
Where is Bharola located?
Bharola village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharola?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharola is Bamta.
What is the pincode of Bharola?
The pincode of Bharola is 171211.
What is the population of Bharola?
Bharola had a total population of 95, including 49 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Bharola?
Bharola had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharola was 75.64%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 62.86%.