Bharhech

Bharhech is a village located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Bharhech village. As per 2009 stats, Bhadech is the gram panchayat of Bharhech village.

Here you can discover what makes Bharhech unique in its vibrant Junga-Shimla region. You’ll see Bharhech’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Bharhech

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharhech is 024853. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173127. Shimla is nearest town to Bharhech village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bharhech village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Bharhech

According to the 2011 Census, Bharhech has a total population of about 343, with approximately 166 males and 177 females. The sex ratio is around 1066 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 76.38%, with male literacy at about 79.52% and female literacy near 73.45%. There are around 69 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharhech's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 343 166 177
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 18 18
Scheduled Castes (SC) 257 119 138
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 262 132 130
Illiterate Population 81 34 47

Connectivity of Bharhech

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharhech. As per the 2011 stats, Bharhech had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bharhech

Knowing the nearby villages of Bharhech helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharhech.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bharhech

Where is Bharhech located?
Bharhech village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharhech?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharhech is Bhadech (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bharhech?
The pincode of Bharhech is 173127, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bharhech as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharhech is 343, with 166 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Bharhech as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bharhech village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharhech as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharhech is 76.38%. The male literacy rate is 79.52%, while the female literacy rate is 73.45%.