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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Barota village had a total population of 2,456 people, including 1,184 males and 1,272 females, living in 540 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.75%, with male literacy at 93.35% and female literacy at 80.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 686, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,456, including 1,184 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Barota?
Barota had 540 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barota was 86.75%. Male literacy was 93.35% and female literacy was 80.83%.