Bohar - Nerwa, Shimla
Bohar is a village situated in the Nerwa tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 166 km from Shimla. Bohar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bohar is 025839. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 171210 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Bohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bohar
According to the 2011 Census, Bohar village had a total population of 267 people, including 141 males and 126 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.60%, with male literacy at 79.53% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 101 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 40 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Bohar
Bohar 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 Bohar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bohar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bohar is about 166 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bohar 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 Bohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bohar 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 Bohar
Where is Bohar located?
Bohar village is located in Nerwa Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bohar?
Bohar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bohar?
The pincode of Bohar is 171210.
What is the population of Bohar?
Bohar had a total population of 267, including 141 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bohar?
Bohar had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bohar was 68.60%. Male literacy was 79.53% and female literacy was 56.52%.