Barog - Darlaghat, Solan
Barog is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 98 km from Solan. Materni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barog is 020008. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 173221 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Barog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barog
As per Census 2011, Barog village has a total population of 51 people, consisting of 30 males and 21 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 700 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 9 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 51 | 30 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 26 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Barog
Barog 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 Barog
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Barog.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Solan to Barog is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barog 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barog
Where is Barog located?
Barog village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barog?
The Gram Panchayat of Barog is Materni.
What is the pincode of Barog?
The pincode of Barog is 173221.
What is the population of Barog?
Barog has a total population of 51, including 30 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Barog?
There are 9 households in Barog.
What is the literacy rate in Barog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barog is 82.35%. Male literacy is 86.67% and female literacy is 76.19%.