Barag
Barag is a village located in Renuka tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Sangrah. Sangrah is the sub-district headquarter of Barag village. As per 2009 stats, Ganog is the gram panchayat of Barag village.
Barag has its own place in the vibrant Sirmaur 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 Barag
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barag is 022998. The village spans a total geographical area of 188 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173023. Nahan is nearest town to Barag village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Barag
Below is a concise population overview of Barag 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barag village:
- The total population of Barag village is around 330, including approximately 163 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 1024 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Barag village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barag village has 151 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barag village is about 64.55%, with male literacy at 69.94% and female literacy at 59.28%.
- There are around 59 households in Barag village.
Connectivity of Barag
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barag. As per the 2011 stats, Barag had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barag
Knowing the nearby villages of Barag helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barag.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barag
- Where is Barag located?
- Barag village is situated in Renuka Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barag?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barag is Ganog (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barag?
- The pincode of Barag is 173023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barag is 330, with 163 males and 167 females.
- How many households are there in Barag as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barag village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barag as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barag is 64.55%. The male literacy rate is 69.94%, while the female literacy rate is 59.28%.