Barawan - Theog, Shimla
Barawan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barawan is 025024. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.31 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Barawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barawan
As per Census 2011, Barawan village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 37 males and 41 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 17 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Barawan
Barawan 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 Barawan
Public transport in the Barawan is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Barawan is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barawan
Where is Barawan located?
Barawan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barawan is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Barawan?
The pincode of Barawan is 171201.
What is the population of Barawan?
Barawan has a total population of 78, including 37 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Barawan?
There are 17 households in Barawan.
What is the literacy rate in Barawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barawan is 78.21%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 75.61%.