Barun

Barun is a village located in Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 115km away from district headquarter Fatehpur. Fatehpur is the sub-district headquarter of Barun village. As per 2009 stats, Baroona is the gram panchayat of Barun village.

Barun 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 Barun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barun is 008988. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176025. Nurpur is nearest town to Barun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Barun 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 Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barun

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 277 133 144
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 39 22 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 155 75 80
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 174 90 84
Illiterate Population 103 43 60

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

  • The total population of Barun village is around 277, including approximately 133 males and 144 females, with a sex ratio of 1082 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 39 children aged 0–6 years in Barun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barun village has 155 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barun village is about 62.82%, with male literacy at 67.67% and female literacy at 58.33%.
  • There are around 55 households in Barun village.

Connectivity of Barun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barun. As per the 2011 stats, Barun 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 Barun

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Barun

Where is Barun located?
Barun village is situated in Fatehpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barun?
The Gram Panchayat of Barun is Baroona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barun?
The pincode of Barun is 176025, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barun is 277, with 133 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Barun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barun village has a total of 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barun is 62.82%. The male literacy rate is 67.67%, while the female literacy rate is 58.33%.