Bharana
Bharana is a village located in Theog tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 68km away from district headquarter Theog. Theog is the sub-district headquarter of Bharana village. As per 2009 stats, Bharana village is also a gram panchayat.
Bharana has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bharana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bharana is 024912. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171212. Theog is nearest town to Bharana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Bharana village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Bharana
Population of Bharana
Below is a concise population overview of Bharana as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 141 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 226 | 114 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 27 | 50 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bharana village:
- The total population of Bharana village is around 303, including approximately 141 males and 162 females, with a sex ratio of 1148 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Bharana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bharana village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Bharana village is about 74.59%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 69.14%.
- There are around 67 households in Bharana village.
Connectivity of Bharana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bharana. As per the 2011 stats, Bharana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bharana
Knowing the nearby villages of Bharana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bharana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bharana
- Where is Bharana located?
- Bharana village is situated in Theog Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bharana?
- Bharana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Bharana?
- The pincode of Bharana is 171212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bharana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bharana is 303, with 141 males and 162 females.
- How many households are there in Bharana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bharana village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bharana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bharana is 74.59%. The male literacy rate is 80.85%, while the female literacy rate is 69.14%.