Bhalu
About Bhalu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhalu village is 025610. Bhalu village is located in Cheta tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 220km away from district headquarter Kupvi. Kupvi is the sub-district headquarter of Bhalu village. As per 2009 stats, Bhaloo Bp is the gram panchayat of Bhalu village.
The total geographical area of village is 138.23 hectares. Bhalu has a total population of 368 peoples, out of which male population is 182 while female population is 186. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhalu village is 62.77% out of which 70.88% males and 54.84% females are literate. There are about 64 houses in bhalu village. Pincode of bhalu village locality is 171217.
When it comes to administration, Bhalu village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhalu village comes under Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Chaupal is nearest town to bhalu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bhalu
The population details of Bhalu cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 368 | 182 | 186 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 129 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 53 | 84 |
Connectivity of Bhalu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhalu
Where is Bhalu located?
Bhalu village is situated in Cheta Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhalu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhalu is Bhaloo Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhalu?
The pincode of Bhalu is 171217, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhalu is 368, with 182 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Bhalu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhalu village has a total of 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhalu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhalu is 62.77%. The male literacy rate is 70.88%, while the female literacy rate is 54.84%.