Barah
About Barah
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barah village is 024781. Barah village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barah village. As per 2009 stats, Chamyana is the gram panchayat of Barah village.
The total geographical area of village is 68.47 hectares. Barah has a total population of 309 peoples, out of which male population is 170 while female population is 139. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 817 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barah village is 79.94% out of which 85.88% males and 72.66% females are literate. There are about 82 houses in barah village. Pincode of barah village locality is 171012.
When it comes to administration, Barah village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Barah village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to barah village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barah
The population details of Barah cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 170 | 139 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 146 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 24 | 38 |
Connectivity of Barah
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barah
Where is Barah located?
Barah village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barah?
The Gram Panchayat of Barah is Chamyana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barah?
The pincode of Barah is 171012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barah is 309, with 170 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barah village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barah as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barah is 79.94%. The male literacy rate is 85.88%, while the female literacy rate is 72.66%.