Barag - Renuka, Sirmaur
Barag is a village situated in the Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Ganog serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barag village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barag is 022998. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 173023 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Barag 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 Barag
As per Census 2011, Barag village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 163 males and 167 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barag are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 163 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 81 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 5 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 114 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 49 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Barag
Barag 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 Barag
Barag is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barag.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Barag is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barag
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barag village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barag
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barag village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barag
Where is Barag located?
Barag village is located in Renuka Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barag?
The Gram Panchayat of Barag is Ganog.
What is the pincode of Barag?
The pincode of Barag is 173023.
What is the population of Barag?
Barag has a total population of 330, including 163 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Barag?
There are 59 households in Barag.
What is the literacy rate in Barag?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barag is 64.55%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 59.28%.