Barhan
Barhan is a village located in Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district in Haryana, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Thanesar (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kurukshetra. As per 2009 stats, Barhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Barhan has its own place in the vibrant Kurukshetra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhan is 058702. The village spans a total geographical area of 293 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 136132. Ladwa is nearest town to Barhan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barhan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ladwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barhan
Population of Barhan
Below is a concise population overview of Barhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,449 | 759 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 126 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 390 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 894 | 518 | 376 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 241 | 314 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barhan village:
- The total population of Barhan village is around 1,449, including approximately 759 males and 690 females, with a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 224 children aged 0–6 years in Barhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barhan village has 735 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barhan village is about 61.70%, with male literacy at 68.25% and female literacy at 54.49%.
- There are around 262 households in Barhan village.
Connectivity of Barhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhan. As per the 2011 stats, Barhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Barhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barhan
- Where is Barhan located?
- Barhan village is situated in Thanesar Tehsil, within the Kurukshetra district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barhan?
- Barhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barhan?
- The pincode of Barhan is 136132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhan is 1,449, with 759 males and 690 females.
- How many households are there in Barhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barhan village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhan is 61.70%. The male literacy rate is 68.25%, while the female literacy rate is 54.49%.