Barot - Tikken, Mandi
Barot is a village situated in the Tikken tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 69 km from Mandi. Barot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barot is 012992. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.66 hectares and falls under the 175013 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
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 Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barot
According to the 2011 Census, Barot village had a total population of 659 people, including 329 males and 330 females, living in 164 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 82.04% and female literacy at 64.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 659 | 329 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 45 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 233 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 96 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Barot
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 Barot
Barot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Barot is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Barot 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barot
Where is Barot located?
Barot village is located in Tikken Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barot?
Barot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barot?
The pincode of Barot is 175013.
What is the population of Barot?
Barot had a total population of 659, including 329 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Barot?
Barot had 164 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barot was 72.85%. Male literacy was 82.04% and female literacy was 64.09%.