Barahan

Barahan is a village located in Baijnath tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Baijnath. Baijnath is the sub-district headquarter of Barahan village. As per 2009 stats, Sansal is the gram panchayat of Barahan village.

Barahan has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Barahan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barahan is 012067. The village spans a total geographical area of 185.38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176125. Palampur is nearest town to Barahan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Barahan

Below is a concise population overview of Barahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 70 33 37
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 8 3 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 38 21 17
Illiterate Population 32 12 20

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barahan village:

  • The total population of Barahan village is around 70, including approximately 33 males and 37 females, with a sex ratio of 1121 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 8 children aged 0–6 years in Barahan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Barahan village is about 54.29%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 45.95%.
  • There are around 20 households in Barahan village.

Connectivity of Barahan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barahan. As per the 2011 stats, Barahan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barahan

Knowing the nearby villages of Barahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barahan.

Mandehr Khurd Mandehr Kalan Chogan Thati Thatwal Thati Kothar Thati Matruh Bag Sansal Khas Panjiala Buhla Panjiala Uparla Sahel

Frequently Asked Questions about Barahan

Where is Barahan located?
Barahan village is situated in Baijnath Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barahan is Sansal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barahan?
The pincode of Barahan is 176125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barahan is 70, with 33 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Barahan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barahan village has a total of 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barahan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barahan is 54.29%. The male literacy rate is 63.64%, while the female literacy rate is 45.95%.