Barakwali
Barakwali is a village located in Thunag tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Thunag. Thunag is the sub-district headquarter of Barakwali village. As per 2009 stats, Pukhrair Rela is the gram panchayat of Barakwali village.
Here you can discover what makes Barakwali unique in its vibrant Thunag-Mandi region. You’ll see Barakwali’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barakwali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakwali is 015144. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175054. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Barakwali village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barakwali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Seraj Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barakwali
Population of Barakwali
According to the 2011 Census, Barakwali has a total population of about 185, with approximately 94 males and 91 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.73%, with male literacy at about 80.85% and female literacy near 58.24%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakwali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 185 | 94 | 91 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 129 | 76 | 53 |
Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Connectivity of Barakwali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakwali. As per the 2011 stats, Barakwali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakwali
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakwali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakwali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakwali
- Where is Barakwali located?
- Barakwali village is situated in Thunag Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakwali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakwali is Pukhrair Rela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakwali?
- The pincode of Barakwali is 175054, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakwali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakwali is 185, with 94 males and 91 females.
- How many households are there in Barakwali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakwali village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakwali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakwali is 69.73%. The male literacy rate is 80.85%, while the female literacy rate is 58.24%.