Baroa - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Baroa is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Auhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baroa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baroa is 019102. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.89 hectares and falls under the 174031 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Baroa 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 Baroa
According to the 2011 Census, Baroa village had a total population of 320 people, including 154 males and 166 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.32%, with male literacy at 95.62% and female literacy at 77.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82.
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 | 320 | 154 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 131 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 23 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Baroa
Baroa 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 Baroa
Baroa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Baroa is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baroa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baroa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Baroa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baroa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baroa
Where is Baroa located?
Baroa village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Baroa?
The Gram Panchayat of Baroa is Auhar.
What is the pincode of Baroa?
The pincode of Baroa is 174031.
What is the population of Baroa?
Baroa had a total population of 320, including 154 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Baroa?
Baroa had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baroa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baroa was 86.32%. Male literacy was 95.62% and female literacy was 77.70%.