Barakwali - Thunag, Mandi
Barakwali is a village situated in the Thunag tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Pakhrair serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barakwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakwali is 015144. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.21 hectares and falls under the 175048 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Barakwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barakwali
According to the 2011 Census, Barakwali village had a total population of 185 people, including 94 males and 91 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.12%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 67.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 76 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Barakwali
Barakwali 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 Barakwali
Barakwali 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 | 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 Barakwali is about 80 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 Barakwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barakwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barakwali
Where is Barakwali located?
Barakwali village is located in Thunag Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barakwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakwali is Pakhrair.
What is the pincode of Barakwali?
The pincode of Barakwali is 175048.
What is the population of Barakwali?
Barakwali had a total population of 185, including 94 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Barakwali?
Barakwali had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakwali was 80.12%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 67.09%.