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.
Here you can discover what makes Barhan unique in its vibrant Thanesar-Kurukshetra region. You’ll see Barhan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Barhan has a total population of about 1,449, with approximately 759 males and 690 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 224 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 735 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.70%, with male literacy at about 68.25% and female literacy near 54.49%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.