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 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 Bhooth
According to the 2011 Census, Bhooth village had a total population of 512 people, including 249 males and 263 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.19%, with male literacy at 84.47% and female literacy at 62.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165.
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 | 512 | 249 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 512, including 249 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Bhooth?
Bhooth had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhooth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhooth was 73.19%. Male literacy was 84.47% and female literacy was 62.71%.