Barto - Sundarnagar, Mandi
Barto is a village situated in the Sundarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Barto village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barto is 014252. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.79 hectares and falls under the 175018 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Barto village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Barto
According to the 2011 Census, Barto village had a total population of 423 people, including 211 males and 212 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.15%, with male literacy at 76.76% and female literacy at 53.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 423 | 211 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 142 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 69 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Barto
Barto 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 Barto
Public transport in the Barto 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 Barto is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barto
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barto village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Barto
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barto 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barto
Where is Barto located?
Barto village is located in Sundarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barto?
Barto is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barto?
The pincode of Barto is 175018.
What is the population of Barto?
Barto had a total population of 423, including 211 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Barto?
Barto had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barto?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barto was 65.15%. Male literacy was 76.76% and female literacy was 53.72%.