D.P.F. Bhalawag - Junga, Shimla
D.P.F. Bhalawag is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhadech serves as the Gram Panchayat for D.P.F. Bhalawag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of D.P.F. Bhalawag is 024856. The village covers a total geographical area of 371 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
As per Census 2011, D.P.F. Bhalawag village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 78 males and 62 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for D.P.F. Bhalawag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 78 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 12 | 10 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the D.P.F. Bhalawag.
| 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 D.P.F. Bhalawag is about 31 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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 5-10 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 Bhadech.
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 has a total population of 140, including 78 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in D.P.F. Bhalawag?
There are 40 households in D.P.F. Bhalawag.
What is the literacy rate in D.P.F. Bhalawag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of D.P.F. Bhalawag is 84.29%. Male literacy is 84.62% and female literacy is 83.87%.