Bairu - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Bairu is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sakdiyalu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bairu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bairu is 010595. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.91 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Bairu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bairu
As per Census 2011, Bairu village has a total population of 398 people, consisting of 214 males and 184 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bairu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 214 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 118 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 96 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Bairu
Bairu 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 Bairu
Bairu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bairu is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bairu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bairu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bairu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bairu 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bairu
Where is Bairu located?
Bairu village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bairu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bairu is Sakdiyalu.
What is the pincode of Bairu?
The pincode of Bairu is 176031.
What is the population of Bairu?
Bairu has a total population of 398, including 214 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Bairu?
There are 73 households in Bairu.
What is the literacy rate in Bairu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bairu is 52.01%. Male literacy is 55.14% and female literacy is 48.37%.