Bral - Rohru, Shimla
Bral is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Baral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bral is 026539. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.31 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Bral 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 Bral
According to the 2011 Census, Bral village had a total population of 376 people, including 196 males and 180 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.16%, with male literacy at 93.18% and female literacy at 74.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 376 | 196 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 20 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 52 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 287 | 164 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 32 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Bral
Bral 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 Bral
Bral 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 Bral is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bral
Where is Bral located?
Bral village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bral?
The Gram Panchayat of Bral is Baral.
What is the pincode of Bral?
The pincode of Bral is 171207.
What is the population of Bral?
Bral had a total population of 376, including 196 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Bral?
Bral had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bral was 84.16%. Male literacy was 93.18% and female literacy was 74.55%.