Barour - Udaipur, Lahaul And Spiti
Barour is a village situated in the Udaipur tehsil of Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 79 km from Kyelang. Tindi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barour village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barour is 012194. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.51 hectares and falls under the 175142 pincode. Manali is the nearest town.
Barour village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahaul & spiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barour
According to the 2011 Census, Barour village had a total population of 113 people, including 55 males and 58 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.74%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 60.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Barour
Barour 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 Barour
Barour is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kyelang to Barour is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barour
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barour village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barour
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barour village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barour
Where is Barour located?
Barour village is located in Udaipur Tehsil, Lahaul And Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barour?
The Gram Panchayat of Barour is Tindi.
What is the pincode of Barour?
The pincode of Barour is 175142.
What is the population of Barour?
Barour had a total population of 113, including 55 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Barour?
Barour had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barour?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barour was 71.74%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 60.42%.