Barara
Barara is a village located in Bhoranj tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from district headquarter Bhoranj. Bhoranj is the sub-district headquarter of Barara village. As per 2009 stats, Barara village is also a gram panchayat.
Barara has its own place in the vibrant Hamirpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barara is 017794. The village spans a total geographical area of 188.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 177023. Hamirpur is nearest town to Barara village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barara 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 Bhoranj 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 Barara
Population of Barara
Below is a concise population overview of Barara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 372 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 629 | 311 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 61 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barara village:
- The total population of Barara village is around 826, including approximately 372 males and 454 females, with a sex ratio of 1220 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Barara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barara village has 200 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barara village is about 76.15%, with male literacy at 83.60% and female literacy at 70.04%.
- There are around 193 households in Barara village.
Connectivity of Barara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barara. As per the 2011 stats, Barara 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 Barara
Knowing the nearby villages of Barara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barara
- Where is Barara located?
- Barara village is situated in Bhoranj Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barara?
- Barara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barara?
- The pincode of Barara is 177023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barara is 826, with 372 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Barara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barara village has a total of 193 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barara is 76.15%. The male literacy rate is 83.60%, while the female literacy rate is 70.04%.