Bharara - Sunni, Shimla
Bharara is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from Shimla. Bharara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharara is 024121. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.29 hectares and falls under the 171018 pincode. Seoni 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 Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharara
As per Census 2011, Bharara village has a total population of 356 people, consisting of 161 males and 195 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,211 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 161 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 34 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 129 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 32 | 61 |
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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bharara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharara
Where is Bharara located?
Bharara village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharara?
Bharara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharara?
The pincode of Bharara is 171018.
What is the population of Bharara?
Bharara has a total population of 356, including 161 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Bharara?
There are 62 households in Bharara.
What is the literacy rate in Bharara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharara is 73.88%. Male literacy is 80.12% and female literacy is 68.72%.