Bhel
About Bhel
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bhel village is 020095. Bhel village is located in Arki tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 72km away from district headquarter Arki. Arki is the sub-district headquarter of Bhel village. As per 2009 stats, Basantpur is the gram panchayat of Bhel village.
The total geographical area of village is 157.63 hectares. Bhel has a total population of 313 peoples, out of which male population is 166 while female population is 147. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 885 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bhel village is 81.15% out of which 83.73% males and 78.23% females are literate. There are about 60 houses in bhel village. Pincode of bhel village locality is 173208.
When it comes to administration, Bhel village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Bhel village comes under Arki Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Arki is nearest town to bhel village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Bhel
The population details of Bhel cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 166 | 147 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 152 | 85 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 254 | 139 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 27 | 32 |
Connectivity of Bhel
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bhel
Where is Bhel located?
Bhel village is situated in Arki Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhel is Basantpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bhel?
The pincode of Bhel is 173208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bhel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhel is 313, with 166 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Bhel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bhel village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhel is 81.15%. The male literacy rate is 83.73%, while the female literacy rate is 78.23%.