Bashol - Dhami, Shimla
Bashol is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Shimla. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bashol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bashol is 024042. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bashol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bashol
According to the 2011 Census, Bashol village had a total population of 80 people, including 37 males and 43 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.75%, with male literacy at 91.89% and female literacy at 76.74%.
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 | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Bashol
Bashol 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 Bashol
Bashol 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 Bashol is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bashol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bashol 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 Bashol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bashol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bashol
Where is Bashol located?
Bashol village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bashol?
The Gram Panchayat of Bashol is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Bashol?
The pincode of Bashol is 171103.
What is the population of Bashol?
Bashol had a total population of 80, including 37 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Bashol?
Bashol had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bashol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bashol was 83.75%. Male literacy was 91.89% and female literacy was 76.74%.