Boi - Darlaghat, Solan
Boi is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Beral serves as the Gram Panchayat for Boi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Boi is 020285. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.54 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Boi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Boi
According to the 2011 Census, Boi village had a total population of 112 people, including 65 males and 47 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 723 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.42%, with male literacy at 68.33% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Boi
Boi 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 Boi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Boi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Solan to Boi is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Boi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Boi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Boi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Boi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Boi
Where is Boi located?
Boi village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Boi?
The Gram Panchayat of Boi is Beral.
What is the pincode of Boi?
The pincode of Boi is 171102.
What is the population of Boi?
Boi had a total population of 112, including 65 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Boi?
Boi had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Boi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Boi was 64.42%. Male literacy was 68.33% and female literacy was 59.09%.