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.
Barakwali has its own place in the vibrant Mandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Barakwali
Below is a concise population overview of Barakwali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakwali village:
- The total population of Barakwali village is around 185, including approximately 94 males and 91 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 24 children aged 0–6 years in Barakwali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakwali village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barakwali village is about 69.73%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 58.24%.
- There are around 44 households in Barakwali village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.