Bar - Baroh, Kangra
Bar is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Danoa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar is 010148. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.3 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan 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 Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bar
As per Census 2011, Bar village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 145 males and 169 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,165 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 145 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 123 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 22 | 51 |
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 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 2-5 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 Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bar is Danoa.
What is the pincode of Bar?
The pincode of Bar is 176054.
What is the population of Bar?
Bar has a total population of 314, including 145 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Bar?
There are 59 households in Bar.
What is the literacy rate in Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar is 76.75%. Male literacy is 84.83% and female literacy is 69.82%.