Bher - Osian, Jodhpur
Bher is a village situated in the Osian tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Osian and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Bher village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bher is 084462. The village covers a total geographical area of 1130.61 hectares and falls under the 342309 pincode. Phalodi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bher village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Osian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bher
As per Census 2011, Bher village has a total population of 2,516 people, consisting of 1,323 males and 1,193 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 546 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 1,363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 818 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 193 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bher are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,516 | 1,323 | 1,193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 546 | 288 | 258 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 818 | 424 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 111 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 786 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,363 | 537 | 826 |
Nearby Villages of Bher
Bher is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shriram Nagar | South | 3.02 km |
| Ramdev Nagar | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Rewantsingh Nagar | East | 4.20 km |
| Ram Sagar | West | 5.43 km |
| Nimbla | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Deepawat Nagar | North | 6.12 km |
| Sukhmandla | South-West | 7.20 km |
| Peelwa | West | 7.24 km |
| Mahadev Nagar | South-East | 7.49 km |
| Gumansingh Nagar | South | 7.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bher
Bher is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Marwar Lohwat, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Phalodi to Bher is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jodhpur to Bher is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bher
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bher village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bher
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bher village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bher
Where is Bher located?
Bher village is located in Osian Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bher?
Bher is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bher?
The pincode of Bher is 342309.
What is the population of Bher?
Bher has a total population of 2,516, including 1,323 males and 1,193 females.
How many households are there in Bher?
There are 381 households in Bher.
What is the literacy rate in Bher?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bher is 45.83%. Male literacy is 59.41% and female literacy is 30.76%.