Barhich
Barhich is a village located in Chaupal tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 116km away from district headquarter Chaupal. Chaupal is the sub-district headquarter of Barhich village. As per 2009 stats, Khaddar is the gram panchayat of Barhich village.
Barhich has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Barhich
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barhich is 025552. Chaupal is nearest town to Barhich village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barhich 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 Chopal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barhich
Population of Barhich
Below is a concise population overview of Barhich 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 | 206 | 109 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 144 | 84 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barhich village:
- The total population of Barhich village is around 206, including approximately 109 males and 97 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 25 children aged 0–6 years in Barhich village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barhich village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barhich village is about 69.90%, with male literacy at 77.06% and female literacy at 61.86%.
- There are around 43 households in Barhich village.
Connectivity of Barhich
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barhich. As per the 2011 stats, Barhich had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barhich
Knowing the nearby villages of Barhich helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barhich.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barhich
- Where is Barhich located?
- Barhich village is situated in Chaupal Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barhich?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barhich is Khaddar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barhich?
- The pincode of Barhich is 171211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barhich as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barhich is 206, with 109 males and 97 females.
- How many households are there in Barhich as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barhich village has a total of 43 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barhich as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barhich is 69.90%. The male literacy rate is 77.06%, while the female literacy rate is 61.86%.