Barad - Jhanduta, Bilaspur
Barad is a village situated in the Jhanduta tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sunhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barad is 019306. The village covers a total geographical area of 135.32 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Barad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanduta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barad
According to the 2011 Census, Barad village had a total population of 681 people, including 339 males and 342 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.05%, with male literacy at 92.95% and female literacy at 77.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 681 | 339 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 277 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 62 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Barad
Barad 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 Barad
Barad 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 Barad is about 32 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 Barad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barad 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 Barad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barad
Where is Barad located?
Barad village is located in Jhanduta Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barad?
The Gram Panchayat of Barad is Sunhani.
What is the pincode of Barad?
The pincode of Barad is 174029.
What is the population of Barad?
Barad had a total population of 681, including 339 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Barad?
Barad had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barad was 85.05%. Male literacy was 92.95% and female literacy was 77.30%.