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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bharara village had a total population of 356 people, including 161 males and 195 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.95%, with male literacy at 92.81% and female literacy at 80.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 85.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 356 | 161 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 22 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 34 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 356, including 161 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Bharara?
Bharara had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharara was 85.95%. Male literacy was 92.81% and female literacy was 80.24%.