Brarta - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Brarta is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Chowk Brarta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Brarta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Brarta is 013941. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.05 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Brarta 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 Brarta
According to the 2011 Census, Brarta village had a total population of 767 people, including 370 males and 397 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.84%, with male literacy at 94.17% and female literacy at 74.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 767 | 370 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 576 | 307 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 63 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Brarta
Brarta 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 Brarta
Brarta 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Brarta is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Brarta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Brarta 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Brarta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Brarta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Brarta
Where is Brarta located?
Brarta village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brarta?
The Gram Panchayat of Brarta is Chowk Brarta.
What is the pincode of Brarta?
The pincode of Brarta is 175024.
What is the population of Brarta?
Brarta had a total population of 767, including 370 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Brarta?
Brarta had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brarta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Brarta was 83.84%. Male literacy was 94.17% and female literacy was 74.52%.