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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Bakhirna village has a total population of 521 people, consisting of 258 males and 263 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 395 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakhirna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 521 | 258 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| 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 has a total population of 521, including 258 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bakhirna?
There are 117 households in Bakhirna.
What is the literacy rate in Bakhirna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakhirna is 75.82%. Male literacy is 81.40% and female literacy is 70.34%.