Bara - Nihri, Mandi
Bara is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Ghadoi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bara is 015656. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.24 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Bara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bara
According to the 2011 Census, Bara village had a total population of 267 people, including 141 males and 126 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.54%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 72.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 115 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 26 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Bara
Bara 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 Bara
Bara 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 Bara 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 Bara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bara
Where is Bara located?
Bara village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bara is Ghadoi.
What is the pincode of Bara?
The pincode of Bara is 175038.
What is the population of Bara?
Bara had a total population of 267, including 141 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Bara?
Bara had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bara was 83.54%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 72.17%.