Bhumti - Arki, Solan
Bhumti is a village situated in the Arki tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhumti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhumti is 020154. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Bhumti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhumti
According to the 2011 Census, Bhumti village had a total population of 319 people, including 162 males and 157 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.74%, with male literacy at 95.17% and female literacy at 82.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 319 | 162 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 17 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 260 | 138 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 24 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bhumti
Bhumti 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 Bhumti
Bhumti 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Bhumti is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhumti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhumti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhumti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhumti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhumti
Where is Bhumti located?
Bhumti village is located in Arki Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhumti?
Bhumti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhumti?
The pincode of Bhumti is 173221.
What is the population of Bhumti?
Bhumti had a total population of 319, including 162 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Bhumti?
Bhumti had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhumti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhumti was 88.74%. Male literacy was 95.17% and female literacy was 82.43%.