Barru
About Barru
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barru village is 010595. Barru village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 62km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Barru village. As per 2009 stats, Bhatti Bohan is the gram panchayat of Barru village.
The total geographical area of village is 18.91 hectares. Barru has a total population of 398 peoples, out of which male population is 214 while female population is 184. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 859 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barru village is 52.01% out of which 55.14% males and 48.37% females are literate. There are about 73 houses in barru village. Pincode of barru village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Barru village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barru village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to barru village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barru
The population details of Barru cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 398 | 214 | 184 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 217 | 114 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 207 | 118 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 96 | 95 |
Connectivity of Barru
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barru
Where is Barru located?
Barru village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barru?
The Gram Panchayat of Barru is Bhatti Bohan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barru?
The pincode of Barru is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barru is 398, with 214 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Barru as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barru village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barru as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barru is 52.01%. The male literacy rate is 55.14%, while the female literacy rate is 48.37%.