Barana

Barana is a village located in Nagrota Bagwan tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 49km away from district headquarter Nagrota Bagwan. Nagrota Bagwan is the sub-district headquarter of Barana village. As per 2009 stats, Barna is the gram panchayat of Barana village.

Barana 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 Barana

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barana is 009885. The village spans a total geographical area of 84.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176047. Nagrota Bagwan is nearest town to Barana village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Barana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 268 125 143
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 28 15 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) 20 11 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 194 102 92
Illiterate Population 74 23 51

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

  • The total population of Barana village is around 268, including approximately 125 males and 143 females, with a sex ratio of 1144 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 28 children aged 0–6 years in Barana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barana village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barana village is about 72.39%, with male literacy at 81.60% and female literacy at 64.34%.
  • There are around 59 households in Barana village.

Connectivity of Barana

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barana. As per the 2011 stats, Barana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Barana

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barana

Where is Barana located?
Barana village is situated in Nagrota Bagwan Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barana?
The Gram Panchayat of Barana is Barna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barana?
The pincode of Barana is 176047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barana is 268, with 125 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Barana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barana village has a total of 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barana is 72.39%. The male literacy rate is 81.60%, while the female literacy rate is 64.34%.