Bar - Alampur, Kangra
Bar is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Dharmsala. Bardam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar is 011315. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.7 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bar
According to the 2011 Census, Bar village had a total population of 104 people, including 46 males and 58 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,261 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.54%, with male literacy at 97.67% and female literacy at 74.07%.
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 | 104 | 46 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 4 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Bar
Bar 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 Bar
Bar 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 Dharmsala to Bar is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bar
Where is Bar located?
Bar village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bar is Bardam.
What is the pincode of Bar?
The pincode of Bar is 176097.
What is the population of Bar?
Bar had a total population of 104, including 46 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Bar?
Bar had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar was 84.54%. Male literacy was 97.67% and female literacy was 74.07%.