Barara
Barara is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 84km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Barara village. As per 2009 stats, Deeb is the gram panchayat of Barara village.
Barara 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 Barara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barara is 023882. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172029. Narkanda is nearest town to Barara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Barara
Population of Barara
Below is a concise population overview of Barara 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 | 467 | 250 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 393 | 226 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 24 | 50 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barara village:
- The total population of Barara village is around 467, including approximately 250 males and 217 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Barara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barara village has 85 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barara village is about 84.15%, with male literacy at 90.40% and female literacy at 76.96%.
- There are around 128 households in Barara village.
Connectivity of Barara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barara. As per the 2011 stats, Barara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barara
Knowing the nearby villages of Barara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barara
- Where is Barara located?
- Barara village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barara is Deeb (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barara?
- The pincode of Barara is 172029, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barara is 467, with 250 males and 217 females.
- How many households are there in Barara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barara village has a total of 128 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barara is 84.15%. The male literacy rate is 90.40%, while the female literacy rate is 76.96%.