Barot - Baldwara, Mandi
Barot is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Khudla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barot is 014111. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 175033 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Barot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Barot
According to the 2011 Census, Barot village had a total population of 361 people, including 170 males and 191 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,124 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.67%, with male literacy at 91.22% and female literacy at 81.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 137.
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 | 361 | 170 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 281 | 135 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 35 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Barot
Barot 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 Barot
Barot 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 Barot is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barot
Where is Barot located?
Barot village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barot?
The Gram Panchayat of Barot is Khudla.
What is the pincode of Barot?
The pincode of Barot is 175033.
What is the population of Barot?
Barot had a total population of 361, including 170 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Barot?
Barot had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barot was 85.67%. Male literacy was 91.22% and female literacy was 81.11%.