Barota
Barota is a village located in Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Bharari. Bharari is the sub-district headquarter of Barota village. As per 2009 stats, Barota village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barota unique in its vibrant Bharari-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Barota’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 Barota
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barota is 019168. The village spans a total geographical area of 438.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174028. Ghumarwin is nearest town to Barota village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barota 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 Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barota
Population of Barota
According to the 2011 Census, Barota has a total population of about 2,456, with approximately 1,184 males and 1,272 females. The sex ratio is around 1074 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 229 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 686 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.66%, with male literacy at about 83.02% and female literacy near 74.61%. There are around 540 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barota's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Barota
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barota. As per the 2011 stats, Barota 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barota
Knowing the nearby villages of Barota helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barota.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barota
- Where is Barota located?
- Barota village is situated in Bharari Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barota?
- Barota serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barota?
- The pincode of Barota is 174028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barota is 2,456, with 1,184 males and 1,272 females.
- How many households are there in Barota as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barota village has a total of 540 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barota as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barota is 78.66%. The male literacy rate is 83.02%, while the female literacy rate is 74.61%.