Bharoot - Narag, Sirmaur
Bharoot is a village situated in the Narag tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Nahan. Deed Ghaloot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharoot is 022818. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 173024 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Bharoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharoot
According to the 2011 Census, Bharoot village had a total population of 458 people, including 246 males and 212 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.88%, with male literacy at 75.36% and female literacy at 59.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 320.
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 | 458 | 246 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 320 | 167 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 156 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 90 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Bharoot
Bharoot 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 Bharoot
Bharoot 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 | 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 Nahan to Bharoot is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bharoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharoot 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bharoot
Where is Bharoot located?
Bharoot village is located in Narag Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharoot?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharoot is Deed Ghaloot.
What is the pincode of Bharoot?
The pincode of Bharoot is 173024.
What is the population of Bharoot?
Bharoot had a total population of 458, including 246 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Bharoot?
Bharoot had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharoot was 67.88%. Male literacy was 75.36% and female literacy was 59.22%.