Bahral - Paonta Sahib, Sirmaur
Bahral is a village situated in the Paonta Sahib tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Behral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahral is 023313. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Bahral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paonta Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahral
As per Census 2011, Bahral village has a total population of 1,152 people, consisting of 614 males and 538 females. The village has 241 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 682 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bahral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,152 | 614 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 682 | 412 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 202 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Bahral
Bahral 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 Bahral
Bahral is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nahan to Bahral is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahral village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahral village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bahral
Where is Bahral located?
Bahral village is located in Paonta Sahib Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahral?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahral is Behral.
What is the pincode of Bahral?
The pincode of Bahral is 173022.
What is the population of Bahral?
Bahral has a total population of 1,152, including 614 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Bahral?
There are 241 households in Bahral.
What is the literacy rate in Bahral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahral is 59.20%. Male literacy is 67.10% and female literacy is 50.19%.