Bhont
About Bhont
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhont village is 024646. Bhont village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 13km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Bhont village. As per 2009 stats, Bhont village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 42 hectares. Bhont has a total population of 68 peoples, out of which male population is 37 while female population is 31. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 837 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhont village is 82.35% out of which 83.78% males and 80.65% females are literate. There are about 14 houses in bhont village. Pincode of bhont village locality is 171001.
When it comes to administration, Bhont village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhont village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to bhont village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bhont
The population details of Bhont cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 5 | 5 | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Connectivity of Bhont
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhont
Where is Bhont located?
Bhont village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhont?
Bhont serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Bhont?
The pincode of Bhont is 171001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhont as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhont is 68, with 37 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Bhont as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhont village has a total of 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhont as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhont is 82.35%. The male literacy rate is 83.78%, while the female literacy rate is 80.65%.