Bani Bakholi - Pachhad, Sirmaur
Bani Bakholi is a village situated in the Pachhad tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bani Bakholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bani Bakholi is 022745. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Bani Bakholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bani Bakholi
According to the 2011 Census, Bani Bakholi village had a total population of 95 people, including 49 males and 46 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.06%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 6 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Bani Bakholi
Bani Bakholi 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 Bani Bakholi
Bani Bakholi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Bani Bakholi is about 50 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 Bani Bakholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bani Bakholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bani Bakholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bani Bakholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bani Bakholi
Where is Bani Bakholi located?
Bani Bakholi village is located in Pachhad Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bani Bakholi?
Bani Bakholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bani Bakholi?
The pincode of Bani Bakholi is 173024.
What is the population of Bani Bakholi?
Bani Bakholi had a total population of 95, including 49 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Bani Bakholi?
Bani Bakholi had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bani Bakholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bani Bakholi was 87.06%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 77.50%.