Bahli - Taklech, Shimla
Bahli is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 130 km from Shimla. Bahli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahli is 023633. The village covers a total geographical area of 511.28 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Bahli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahli
According to the 2011 Census, Bahli village had a total population of 394 people, including 209 males and 185 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.72%, with male literacy at 89.07% and female literacy at 69.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 394 | 209 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 26 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 163 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 46 | 65 |
Transport and Connectivity of Bahli
Bahli 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 Bahli is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bahli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bahli
Where is Bahli located?
Bahli village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahli?
Bahli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bahli?
The pincode of Bahli is 172022.
What is the population of Bahli?
Bahli had a total population of 394, including 209 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Bahli?
Bahli had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahli was 79.72%. Male literacy was 89.07% and female literacy was 69.77%.