Bandli - Theog, Shimla
Bandli is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Kyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandli is 025066. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.11 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Bandli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Bandli
According to the 2011 Census, Bandli village had a total population of 88 people, including 47 males and 41 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.23%, with male literacy at 95.65% and female literacy at 62.50%.
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 | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 3 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Bandli
Bandli 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 Bandli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Bandli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bandli is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bandli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandli
Where is Bandli located?
Bandli village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandli?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandli is Kyar.
What is the pincode of Bandli?
The pincode of Bandli is 171201.
What is the population of Bandli?
Bandli had a total population of 88, including 47 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Bandli?
Bandli had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandli was 80.23%. Male literacy was 95.65% and female literacy was 62.50%.