Barman - Nahan, Sirmaur
Barman is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Navni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barman is 023137. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 173030 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Barman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barman
As per Census 2011, Barman village has a total population of 309 people, consisting of 154 males and 155 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 81 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 154 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 133 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 21 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Barman
Barman 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 Barman
Barman 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 | 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 Nahan to Barman is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barman village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barman
Where is Barman located?
Barman village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barman?
The Gram Panchayat of Barman is Navni.
What is the pincode of Barman?
The pincode of Barman is 173030.
What is the population of Barman?
Barman has a total population of 309, including 154 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Barman?
There are 59 households in Barman.
What is the literacy rate in Barman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barman is 73.79%. Male literacy is 86.36% and female literacy is 61.29%.