Bhatna - Chaupal, Shimla
Bhatna is a village situated in the Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Lingzar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatna is 025537. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.73 hectares and falls under the 171211 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Bhatna 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 Bhatna
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatna village had a total population of 109 people, including 58 males and 51 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.11%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 73.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 109 | 58 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 45 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatna
Bhatna 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 Bhatna
Bhatna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shimla to Bhatna is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatna 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 Bhatna
Where is Bhatna located?
Bhatna village is located in Chaupal Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatna is Lingzar.
What is the pincode of Bhatna?
The pincode of Bhatna is 171211.
What is the population of Bhatna?
Bhatna had a total population of 109, including 58 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Bhatna?
Bhatna had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatna was 82.11%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 73.33%.