Bharech - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Bharech is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shimla. Naldehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharech village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharech is 024715. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Bharech village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharech
According to the 2011 Census, Bharech village had a total population of 191 people, including 109 males and 82 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 752 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.06%, with male literacy at 93.00% and female literacy at 85.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95.
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 | 191 | 109 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 93 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Bharech
Bharech 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 Bharech
Bharech 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 Bharech is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharech
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharech village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bharech
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharech village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharech
Where is Bharech located?
Bharech village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharech?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharech is Naldehra.
What is the pincode of Bharech?
The pincode of Bharech is 171001.
What is the population of Bharech?
Bharech had a total population of 191, including 109 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Bharech?
Bharech had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharech?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharech was 90.06%. Male literacy was 93.00% and female literacy was 85.92%.