Bughar - Loharghat, Solan
Bughar is a village situated in the Loharghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 100 km from Solan. Bheunkhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bughar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bughar is 020606. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.12 hectares and falls under the 174102 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Bughar 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 Bughar
According to the 2011 Census, Bughar village had a total population of 127 people, including 73 males and 54 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 740 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.54%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 48.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 127 | 73 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 54 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bughar
Bughar 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 Bughar
Bughar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bughar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bughar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bughar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bughar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bughar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bughar
Where is Bughar located?
Bughar village is located in Loharghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bughar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bughar is Bheunkhari.
What is the pincode of Bughar?
The pincode of Bughar is 174102.
What is the population of Bughar?
Bughar had a total population of 127, including 73 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Bughar?
Bughar had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bughar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bughar was 67.54%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 48.94%.