Bachlon - Theog, Shimla
Bachlon is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhaaj Karana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bachlon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bachlon is 024907. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.52 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Bachlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bachlon
According to the 2011 Census, Bachlon village had a total population of 304 people, including 155 males and 149 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.15%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 79.14%.
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 | 304 | 155 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 33 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Bachlon
Bachlon 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 Bachlon
Public transport in the Bachlon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bachlon is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bachlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bachlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bachlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bachlon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bachlon
Where is Bachlon located?
Bachlon village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bachlon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bachlon is Bhaaj Karana.
What is the pincode of Bachlon?
The pincode of Bachlon is 171201.
What is the population of Bachlon?
Bachlon had a total population of 304, including 155 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Bachlon?
Bachlon had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bachlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bachlon was 83.15%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 79.14%.