Barol - Haripurdhar, Sirmaur
Barol is a village situated in the Haripurdhar tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 105 km from Nahan. Badol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barol is 022987. The village covers a total geographical area of 306 hectares and falls under the 173032 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Barol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barol
As per Census 2011, Barol village has a total population of 839 people, consisting of 427 males and 412 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 469 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 839 | 427 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 469 | 269 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 158 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Barol
Barol 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 Barol
Barol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Barol is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barol 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 Barol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barol 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 Barol
Where is Barol located?
Barol village is located in Haripurdhar Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barol?
The Gram Panchayat of Barol is Badol.
What is the pincode of Barol?
The pincode of Barol is 173032.
What is the population of Barol?
Barol has a total population of 839, including 427 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Barol?
There are 97 households in Barol.
What is the literacy rate in Barol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barol is 55.90%. Male literacy is 63.00% and female literacy is 48.54%.