Barin - Baldwara, Mandi
Barin is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Narola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barin is 014179. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.99 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Barin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barin
According to the 2011 Census, Barin village had a total population of 751 people, including 347 males and 404 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.74%, with male literacy at 89.25% and female literacy at 80.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 210.
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 | 751 | 347 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 274 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 73 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Barin
Barin 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 Barin
Barin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mandi to Barin is about 64 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 Barin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barin 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barin
Where is Barin located?
Barin village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barin?
The Gram Panchayat of Barin is Narola.
What is the pincode of Barin?
The pincode of Barin is 175033.
What is the population of Barin?
Barin had a total population of 751, including 347 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Barin?
Barin had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barin was 84.74%. Male literacy was 89.25% and female literacy was 80.85%.