Bharan - Lad Bharol, Mandi
Bharan is a village situated in the Lad Bharol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Utpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharan is 013541. The village covers a total geographical area of 122.73 hectares and falls under the 175016 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Bharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharan
As per Census 2011, Bharan village has a total population of 341 people, consisting of 143 males and 198 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 1,384 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 221 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 143 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 33 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 35 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Bharan
Bharan 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 Bharan
Bharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bharan is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharan
Where is Bharan located?
Bharan village is located in Lad Bharol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharan is Utpur.
What is the pincode of Bharan?
The pincode of Bharan is 175016.
What is the population of Bharan?
Bharan has a total population of 341, including 143 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Bharan?
There are 93 households in Bharan.
What is the literacy rate in Bharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharan is 64.81%. Male literacy is 75.52% and female literacy is 57.07%.