Bharandi

Bharandi is a village located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Bharandi village. As per 2009 stats, Koti is the gram panchayat of Bharandi village.

Here you can discover what makes Bharandi unique in its vibrant Junga-Shimla region. You’ll see Bharandi’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 Bharandi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharandi is 024826. The village spans a total geographical area of 582.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171012. Shimla is nearest town to Bharandi village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Bharandi 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 Kasumpti 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.

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Population of Bharandi

According to the 2011 Census, Bharandi has a total population of about 498, with approximately 268 males and 230 females. The sex ratio is around 858 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.90%, with male literacy at about 79.85% and female literacy near 69.13%. There are around 77 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bharandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 498 268 230
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 37 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 192 106 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 373 214 159
Illiterate Population 125 54 71

Connectivity of Bharandi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharandi. As per the 2011 stats, Bharandi 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Bharandi

Knowing the nearby villages of Bharandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharandi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bharandi

Where is Bharandi located?
Bharandi village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharandi is Koti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bharandi?
The pincode of Bharandi is 171012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bharandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharandi is 498, with 268 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Bharandi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bharandi village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharandi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharandi is 74.90%. The male literacy rate is 79.85%, while the female literacy rate is 69.13%.