Bhuira - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Bhuira is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhuira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhuira is 022632. The village covers a total geographical area of 399 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Bhuira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Bhuira
According to the 2011 Census, Bhuira village had a total population of 620 people, including 322 males and 298 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.03%, with male literacy at 88.21% and female literacy at 77.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 332.
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 | 620 | 322 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 332 | 169 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 450 | 247 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 75 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Bhuira
Bhuira 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 Bhuira
Bhuira 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Bhuira is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhuira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhuira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhuira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhuira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhuira
Where is Bhuira located?
Bhuira village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhuira?
Bhuira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhuira?
The pincode of Bhuira is 173101.
What is the population of Bhuira?
Bhuira had a total population of 620, including 322 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Bhuira?
Bhuira had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhuira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhuira was 83.03%. Male literacy was 88.21% and female literacy was 77.48%.