Bari - Jaswan, Kangra
Bari is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bari is 010628. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.5 hectares and falls under the 176502 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Bari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bari
According to the 2011 Census, Bari village had a total population of 569 people, including 273 males and 296 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.93%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 86.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 569 | 273 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 240 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 33 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Bari
Bari 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 Bari
Bari 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 Bari is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bari
Where is Bari located?
Bari village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bari?
Bari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bari?
The pincode of Bari is 176502.
What is the population of Bari?
Bari had a total population of 569, including 273 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Bari?
Bari had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bari was 90.93%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 86.19%.