Bharara - Kumarsain, Shimla
Bharara is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 84 km from Shimla. Deeb serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharara is 023882. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 171212 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Bharara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharara
According to the 2011 Census, Bharara village had a total population of 467 people, including 250 males and 217 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.93%, with male literacy at 95.76% and female literacy at 83.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 467 | 250 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 226 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 24 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Bharara
Bharara 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 Bharara
Bharara 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Bharara is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bharara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bharara
Where is Bharara located?
Bharara village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharara?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharara is Deeb.
What is the pincode of Bharara?
The pincode of Bharara is 171212.
What is the population of Bharara?
Bharara had a total population of 467, including 250 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Bharara?
Bharara had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharara was 89.93%. Male literacy was 95.76% and female literacy was 83.08%.