Barota - Bharari, Bilaspur
Barota is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Barota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barota is 019168. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.76 hectares and falls under the 174021 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Barota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barota
As per Census 2011, Barota village has a total population of 2,456 people, consisting of 1,184 males and 1,272 females. The village has 540 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 229 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,932 literate and 524 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,456 | 1,184 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 229 | 131 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 341 | 345 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,932 | 983 | 949 |
| Illiterate Population | 524 | 201 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Barota
Barota 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 Barota
Barota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Barota is about 40 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 Barota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barota
Where is Barota located?
Barota village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barota?
Barota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barota?
The pincode of Barota is 174021.
What is the population of Barota?
Barota has a total population of 2,456, including 1,184 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Barota?
There are 540 households in Barota.
What is the literacy rate in Barota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barota is 78.66%. Male literacy is 83.02% and female literacy is 74.61%.