Bhooth - Rohru, Shimla
Bhooth is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Baridhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhooth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhooth is 026467. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.26 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Bhooth 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 Bhooth
As per Census 2011, Bhooth village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 249 males and 263 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhooth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 249 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 185 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 64 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Bhooth
Bhooth 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 Bhooth
Bhooth 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bhooth is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhooth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhooth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bhooth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhooth 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhooth
Where is Bhooth located?
Bhooth village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhooth?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhooth is Baridhar.
What is the pincode of Bhooth?
The pincode of Bhooth is 171207.
What is the population of Bhooth?
Bhooth has a total population of 512, including 249 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bhooth?
There are 109 households in Bhooth.
What is the literacy rate in Bhooth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhooth is 65.04%. Male literacy is 74.30% and female literacy is 56.27%.