Bhaliyana - Theog, Shimla
Bhaliyana is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sainj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhaliyana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhaliyana is 025213. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.2 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Bhaliyana 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 Bhaliyana
According to the 2011 Census, Bhaliyana village had a total population of 188 people, including 104 males and 84 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 808 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.60%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 67.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 74 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bhaliyana
Bhaliyana 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 Bhaliyana
Bhaliyana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bhaliyana has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bhaliyana is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhaliyana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhaliyana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhaliyana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhaliyana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bhaliyana
Where is Bhaliyana located?
Bhaliyana village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhaliyana?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhaliyana is Sainj.
What is the pincode of Bhaliyana?
The pincode of Bhaliyana is 171201.
What is the population of Bhaliyana?
Bhaliyana had a total population of 188, including 104 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bhaliyana?
Bhaliyana had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhaliyana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhaliyana was 75.60%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 67.95%.