Bar - Kalka, Panchkula
Bar is a village situated in the Kalka tehsil of Panchkula district, Haryana. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalka and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Panchkula. Bar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar is 056968. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 133302 pincode. Kalka is the nearest town.
Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalka Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bar
As per Census 2011, Bar village has a total population of 773 people, consisting of 413 males and 360 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 475 literate and 298 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 773 | 413 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 163 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 475 | 271 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 142 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Bar
Bar 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 Bar
Bar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Panchkula to Bar is about 35 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 Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bar
Where is Bar located?
Bar village is located in Kalka Tehsil, Panchkula district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar?
Bar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bar?
The pincode of Bar is 133302.
What is the population of Bar?
Bar has a total population of 773, including 413 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Bar?
There are 153 households in Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar is 61.45%. Male literacy is 65.62% and female literacy is 56.67%.