Bharanta
Bharanta is a village located in Thural tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 50km away from district headquarter Thural. Thural is the sub-district headquarter of Bharanta village. As per 2009 stats, Bharnta is the gram panchayat of Bharanta village.
Here you can discover what makes Bharanta unique in its vibrant Thural-Kangra region. You’ll see Bharanta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bharanta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharanta is 011060. The village spans a total geographical area of 101.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176107. Palampur is nearest town to Bharanta village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bharanta 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 Sullah 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.
Google Map of Bharanta
Population of Bharanta
According to the 2011 Census, Bharanta has a total population of about 611, with approximately 274 males and 337 females. The sex ratio is around 1229 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 136 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.09%, with male literacy at about 83.58% and female literacy near 71.81%. There are around 146 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 274 | 337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 56 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 229 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 45 | 95 |
Connectivity of Bharanta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharanta. As per the 2011 stats, Bharanta 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 Bharanta
Knowing the nearby villages of Bharanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharanta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bharanta
- Where is Bharanta located?
- Bharanta village is situated in Thural Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bharanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bharanta is Bharnta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bharanta?
- The pincode of Bharanta is 176107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bharanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharanta is 611, with 274 males and 337 females.
- How many households are there in Bharanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bharanta village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bharanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharanta is 77.09%. The male literacy rate is 83.58%, while the female literacy rate is 71.81%.