Holi - Barara, Ambala
Holi is a village situated in the Barara tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barara and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ambala. Holi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Holi is 057613. The village covers a total geographical area of 411 hectares and falls under the 133201 pincode. Ambala Cant is the nearest town.
Holi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mulana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Holi
According to the 2011 Census, Holi village had a total population of 2,240 people, including 1,187 males and 1,053 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.16%, with male literacy at 89.41% and female literacy at 71.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,057.
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 | 2,240 | 1,187 | 1,053 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 120 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,057 | 553 | 504 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,641 | 954 | 687 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 233 | 366 |
Nearby Villages of Holi
Holi 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 Holi
Holi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Holi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Holi is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Holi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Holi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Holi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Holi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Holi
Where is Holi located?
Holi village is located in Barara Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Holi?
Holi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Holi?
The pincode of Holi is 133201.
What is the population of Holi?
Holi had a total population of 2,240, including 1,187 males and 1,053 females.
How many households are there in Holi?
Holi had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Holi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Holi was 81.16%. Male literacy was 89.41% and female literacy was 71.94%.