Bakhirna - Rohru, Shimla
Bakhirna is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Samoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bakhirna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakhirna is 026497. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.05 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Bakhirna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakhirna
According to the 2011 Census, Bakhirna village had a total population of 521 people, including 258 males and 263 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.16%, with male literacy at 90.13% and female literacy at 76.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 521 | 258 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 210 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 48 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Bakhirna
Bakhirna 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 Bakhirna
Bakhirna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bakhirna is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakhirna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakhirna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakhirna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakhirna 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 Bakhirna
Where is Bakhirna located?
Bakhirna village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bakhirna?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakhirna is Samoli.
What is the pincode of Bakhirna?
The pincode of Bakhirna is 171207.
What is the population of Bakhirna?
Bakhirna had a total population of 521, including 258 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bakhirna?
Bakhirna had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhirna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhirna was 83.16%. Male literacy was 90.13% and female literacy was 76.45%.