Bhatwari - Chirgaon, Shimla
Bhatwari is a village situated in the Chirgaon tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Diudi Myla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhatwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhatwari is 026655. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.45 hectares and falls under the 171208 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Bhatwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bhatwari
According to the 2011 Census, Bhatwari village had a total population of 414 people, including 228 males and 186 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 816 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.21%, with male literacy at 82.13% and female literacy at 66.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 414 | 228 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 21 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 170 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 58 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Bhatwari
Bhatwari 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 Bhatwari
Bhatwari 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bhatwari is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhatwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhatwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhatwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhatwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhatwari
Where is Bhatwari located?
Bhatwari village is located in Chirgaon Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhatwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhatwari is Diudi Myla.
What is the pincode of Bhatwari?
The pincode of Bhatwari is 171208.
What is the population of Bhatwari?
Bhatwari had a total population of 414, including 228 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Bhatwari?
Bhatwari had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhatwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhatwari was 75.21%. Male literacy was 82.13% and female literacy was 66.03%.