Bhud - Baddi, Solan
Bhud is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Malpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhud is 021092. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 173205 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Bhud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhud
As per Census 2011, Bhud village has a total population of 1,298 people, consisting of 742 males and 556 females. The village has 264 households and a sex ratio of 749 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 362 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 742 | 556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 561 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 362 | 181 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Bhud
Bhud 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 Bhud
Bhud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhud is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhud 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bhud
Where is Bhud located?
Bhud village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhud?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhud is Malpur.
What is the pincode of Bhud?
The pincode of Bhud is 173205.
What is the population of Bhud?
Bhud has a total population of 1,298, including 742 males and 556 females.
How many households are there in Bhud?
There are 264 households in Bhud.
What is the literacy rate in Bhud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhud is 72.11%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 67.45%.