Lower Barot - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Lower Barot is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Upper Barot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lower Barot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lower Barot is 013975. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.12 hectares and falls under the 175024 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Lower 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 Lower Barot
As per Census 2011, Lower Barot village has a total population of 434 people, consisting of 211 males and 223 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,056 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lower Barot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 434 | 211 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 23 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 168 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 43 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Lower Barot
Lower 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 Lower Barot
Public transport in the Lower Barot 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 Lower Barot is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lower Barot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lower Barot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Lower 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 Lower Barot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lower Barot
Where is Lower Barot located?
Lower Barot village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lower Barot?
The Gram Panchayat of Lower Barot is Upper Barot.
What is the pincode of Lower Barot?
The pincode of Lower Barot is 175024.
What is the population of Lower Barot?
Lower Barot has a total population of 434, including 211 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Lower Barot?
There are 112 households in Lower Barot.
What is the literacy rate in Lower Barot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lower Barot is 76.27%. Male literacy is 79.62% and female literacy is 73.09%.