Bakhlen - Kotgarh, Shimla
Bakhlen is a village situated in the Kotgarh tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 91 km from Shimla. Bhutti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakhlen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhlen is 023917. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.74 hectares and falls under the 172031 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Bakhlen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakhlen
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhlen village had a total population of 158 people, including 83 males and 75 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.50%, with male literacy at 93.67% and female literacy at 80.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 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 | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhlen
Bakhlen 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 Bakhlen
Bakhlen 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 | 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 Bakhlen is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakhlen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhlen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhlen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhlen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakhlen
Where is Bakhlen located?
Bakhlen village is located in Kotgarh Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakhlen?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakhlen is Bhutti.
What is the pincode of Bakhlen?
The pincode of Bakhlen is 172031.
What is the population of Bakhlen?
Bakhlen had a total population of 158, including 83 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Bakhlen?
Bakhlen had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhlen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhlen was 87.50%. Male literacy was 93.67% and female literacy was 80.82%.