Bareon - Kotkhai, Shimla
Bareon is a village situated in the Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Panog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bareon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bareon is 026222. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 171202 pincode. Kotkhai is the nearest town.
Bareon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bareon
According to the 2011 Census, Bareon village had a total population of 273 people, including 139 males and 134 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.64%, with male literacy at 91.85% and female literacy at 81.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 273 | 139 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 124 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 15 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bareon
Bareon 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 Bareon
Bareon 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 Shimla to Bareon is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bareon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bareon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bareon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bareon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bareon
Where is Bareon located?
Bareon village is located in Kotkhai Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bareon?
The Gram Panchayat of Bareon is Panog.
What is the pincode of Bareon?
The pincode of Bareon is 171202.
What is the population of Bareon?
Bareon had a total population of 273, including 139 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Bareon?
Bareon had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bareon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bareon was 86.64%. Male literacy was 91.85% and female literacy was 81.10%.