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Village code 7325
Bhalai (42) Village, Bhalai Tehsil: Map, PIN Code and Population
Bhalai (42) is a village in Bhalai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Bhalai (42) is a village in Bhalai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. For Bhalai (42), the population is 691, PIN code is 176308 and Census village code is 7325. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Bhalai (42) Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 7325 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 176308 |
| Population | 691 |
| Households | 128 |
| Area | 214 ha / 2.14 sq. km / 529 acres |
| Population density | 323 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 1133 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Chamba (45 km) |
| Current state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Census 2011 state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Current district | Chamba |
| Census 2011 district | Chamba |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 176308. This helps users verify the postal area for Bhalai (42), but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 176308 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Bhalei SO, Matti BO, Ohra BO, Simni BO, and Wangal BO |
| Best matching post office | Bhalei SO (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 5 |
| Postal district | Chamba |
| Postal state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Postal division | Chamba Division |
| Postal circle | Himachal Pradesh Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Bhalai (42) comes under Bhalai (42) gram panchayat and Saluni C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Bhalai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The tehsil headquarters is Brangal at 3 km. The Census district headquarters, Chamba, is 35 km away.
| Current state | Himachal Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Himachal Pradesh |
| Current district | Chamba |
| Census 2011 district | Chamba |
| State code | 2 |
| District code | 23 |
| Tehsil / Census sub-district code | 86 |
| C.D. Block code | 3 |
| Block panchayat code | 3 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Bhalai (42) village and its household count.
Total population
691 residents in 128 households
Male population
324
Female population
367
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 158; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Not available in village
Government primary school
Available; count: 1
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 1
Secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| ASHA worker | Available |
|---|---|
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Available |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Not available in village |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Available |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Not available in village |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Not available in village |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Not available in village |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Available |
| Weekly haat | Not available in village |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Not available in village |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Not available in village |
| Public reading room | Not available in village |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Not available in village |
| Closed drainage | Not available in village |
| Open drainage | Available |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
| Domestic power supply | Available |
| Agriculture power supply | Available |
| Commercial power supply | Available |
| Summer domestic power | 24 hours per day |
| Winter domestic power | 24 hours per day |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 98 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 6.40 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 91.60 hectares |
| Non-agricultural area | 9.60 hectares |
| Current fallow land | 1.60 hectares |
| Other fallow land | 0.80 hectares |
| Main crop | Maize |
| Second crop | Wheat |
| Third crop | Rajmah |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Commercial bank | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
How to Reach Bhalai (42)
Chamba (45 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Brangal is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Chamba (45 km) |
|---|---|
| Tehsil headquarters | Brangal (3 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Tehsil, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Himachal Pradesh government website Official state/UT portal
- Chamba district administration Official district portal
- Himbhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 7325
- India Post PIN code search 176308
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Bhalai (42). It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Govt Primary School | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Middle School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 2 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 2 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Open Drainage | Available |
| Open Kuccha Drainage | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General Public | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Excluding Bath for General Public | Available |
| Post Office | Available |
| Sub Post Office | Available |
| Post and Telegraph Office | Available |
| Telephone Landlines | Available |
| Public Call Office Mobile PCO | Available |
| Mobile Phone Coverage | Available |
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Taxi | Available |
| Vans | Available |
| Tractors | Available |
| Other District Road | Available |
| Black Topped (Pucca) Road | Available |
| Gravel Kuchha Roads | Available |
| Water Bounded Macadam | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, tehsil, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bhalai (42) village located?
Bhalai (42) is located in Bhalai Tehsil, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Chamba.
Which Tehsil is Bhalai (42) in?
Bhalai (42) is in Bhalai Tehsil. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Bhalai (42) in?
District: Chamba.
What is the village code of Bhalai (42)?
The Census village code of Bhalai (42) is 7325.
What is the PIN code of Bhalai (42)?
The PIN code reported for Bhalai (42) is 176308.
What is the population of Bhalai (42)?
Bhalai (42) has 691 residents in 128 households as per Census 2011.
Which is the nearest town to Bhalai (42)?
The nearest statutory town to Bhalai (42) is Chamba (45 km).
Which crops are grown in Bhalai (42)?
The main crops reported for Bhalai (42) are Maize, Wheat, and Rajmah.
What land-use details are available for Bhalai (42)?
Land-use details for Bhalai (42) include net area sown: 98 hectares, irrigated area: 6.40 hectares, and unirrigated area: 91.60 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Bhalai (42)?
Government primary school status for Bhalai (42) is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Bhalai (42)?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Bhalai (42)?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Bhalai (42)?
The total geographical area of Bhalai (42) is 214 hectares.
How many households are in Bhalai (42)?
Bhalai (42) has 128 households as per Census 2011.
Is tap water available in Bhalai (42)?
Treated tap water is available in the village.
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