Bathora - Jalog, Shimla
Bathora is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from Shimla. Bag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathora is 024151. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.65 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bathora 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 Bathora
According to the 2011 Census, Bathora village had a total population of 259 people, including 119 males and 140 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.40%, with male literacy at 90.35% and female literacy at 77.17%. 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 | 259 | 119 | 140 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 16 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Bathora
Bathora 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 Bathora
Bathora 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 Bathora is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathora 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bathora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bathora
Where is Bathora located?
Bathora village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bathora?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathora is Bag.
What is the pincode of Bathora?
The pincode of Bathora is 171019.
What is the population of Bathora?
Bathora had a total population of 259, including 119 males and 140 females.
How many households are there in Bathora?
Bathora had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathora was 83.40%. Male literacy was 90.35% and female literacy was 77.17%.