Barmu
About Barmu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barmu village is 024665. Barmu village is located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barmu village. As per 2009 stats, Dhalli is the gram panchayat of Barmu village.
The total geographical area of village is 49.1 hectares. Barmu has a total population of 983 peoples, out of which male population is 566 while female population is 417. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 736 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barmu village is 80.16% out of which 79.33% males and 81.29% females are literate. There are about 296 houses in barmu village. Pincode of barmu village locality is 171001.
When it comes to administration, Barmu 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, Barmu village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to barmu village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barmu
The population details of Barmu 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 | 983 | 566 | 417 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 119 | 79 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 788 | 449 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 117 | 78 |
Connectivity of Barmu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barmu
Where is Barmu located?
Barmu village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barmu?
The Gram Panchayat of Barmu is Dhalli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barmu?
The pincode of Barmu is 171001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barmu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barmu is 983, with 566 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Barmu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barmu village has a total of 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barmu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barmu is 80.16%. The male literacy rate is 79.33%, while the female literacy rate is 81.29%.