Barada - Rohru, Shimla
Barada is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sharog-bharara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barada is 026454. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.16 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Barada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barada
As per Census 2011, Barada village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 314 males and 306 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 453 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 314 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 453 | 268 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 46 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Barada
Barada 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 Barada
Barada 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 Barada is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barada 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 Barada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barada
Where is Barada located?
Barada village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barada?
The Gram Panchayat of Barada is Sharog-bharara.
What is the pincode of Barada?
The pincode of Barada is 171207.
What is the population of Barada?
Barada has a total population of 620, including 314 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Barada?
There are 129 households in Barada.
What is the literacy rate in Barada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barada is 73.06%. Male literacy is 85.35% and female literacy is 60.46%.