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
According to the 2011 Census, Bar village had a total population of 773 people, including 413 males and 360 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 77.43% and female literacy at 67.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 281.
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 | 773 | 413 | 360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 63 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 163 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 773, including 413 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Bar?
Bar had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar was 72.85%. Male literacy was 77.43% and female literacy was 67.55%.