D.P.F. Bhalawag - Junga, Shimla
D.P.F. Bhalawag is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Janedghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Bhalawag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Bhalawag is 024871. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
D.P.F. Bhalawag village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of D.P.F. Bhalawag
According to the 2011 Census, D.P.F. Bhalawag village had a total population of 81 people, including 39 males and 42 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 10 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of D.P.F. Bhalawag
D.P.F. Bhalawag 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 D.P.F. Bhalawag
D.P.F. Bhalawag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to D.P.F. Bhalawag is about 38 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 D.P.F. Bhalawag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for D.P.F. Bhalawag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in D.P.F. Bhalawag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving D.P.F. Bhalawag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about D.P.F. Bhalawag
Where is D.P.F. Bhalawag located?
D.P.F. Bhalawag village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of D.P.F. Bhalawag?
The Gram Panchayat of D.P.F. Bhalawag is Janedghat.
What is the pincode of D.P.F. Bhalawag?
The pincode of D.P.F. Bhalawag is 171218.
What is the population of D.P.F. Bhalawag?
D.P.F. Bhalawag had a total population of 81, including 39 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Bhalawag?
D.P.F. Bhalawag had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Bhalawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Bhalawag was 82.61%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 77.78%.