Barram Kalan - Alampur, Kangra
Barram Kalan is a village situated in the Alampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 85 km from Dharmsala. Bardam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barram Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barram Kalan is 011357. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.69 hectares and falls under the 176097 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Barram Kalan 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 Barram Kalan
As per Census 2011, Barram Kalan village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 87 males and 104 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,195 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 53 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barram Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 87 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 67 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Barram Kalan
Barram Kalan 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 Barram Kalan
Barram Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Barram Kalan is about 85 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 Barram Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barram Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barram Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barram Kalan 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barram Kalan
Where is Barram Kalan located?
Barram Kalan village is located in Alampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barram Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barram Kalan is Bardam.
What is the pincode of Barram Kalan?
The pincode of Barram Kalan is 176097.
What is the population of Barram Kalan?
Barram Kalan has a total population of 191, including 87 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Barram Kalan?
There are 44 households in Barram Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barram Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barram Kalan is 72.25%. Male literacy is 77.01% and female literacy is 68.27%.