Bathlaog - Theog, Shimla
Bathlaog is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bathlaog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathlaog is 025168. The village covers a total geographical area of 105.37 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Bathlaog 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 Bathlaog
According to the 2011 Census, Bathlaog village had a total population of 380 people, including 203 males and 177 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.73%, with male literacy at 96.81% and female literacy at 90.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 380 | 203 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 182 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Bathlaog
Bathlaog 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 Bathlaog
Bathlaog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Bathlaog is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathlaog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathlaog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bathlaog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathlaog 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bathlaog
Where is Bathlaog located?
Bathlaog village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bathlaog?
The Gram Panchayat of Bathlaog is Barog.
What is the pincode of Bathlaog?
The pincode of Bathlaog is 171201.
What is the population of Bathlaog?
Bathlaog had a total population of 380, including 203 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Bathlaog?
Bathlaog had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathlaog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathlaog was 93.73%. Male literacy was 96.81% and female literacy was 90.18%.