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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Barad village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 339 males and 342 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 512 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 339 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 41 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 59 | 67 |
| 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 has a total population of 681, including 339 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Barad?
There are 129 households in Barad.
What is the literacy rate in Barad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barad is 75.18%. Male literacy is 81.71% and female literacy is 68.71%.