Barad

Barad is a village located in Kasauli tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 21km away from district headquarter Kasauli. Kasauli is the sub-district headquarter of Barad village. As per 2009 stats, Rouri is the gram panchayat of Barad village.

Here you can discover what makes Barad unique in its vibrant Kasauli-Solan region. You’ll see Barad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Barad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barad is 021645. The village spans a total geographical area of 26.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173209. Dagshai is nearest town to Barad village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Barad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Barad

According to the 2011 Census, Barad has a total population of about 74, with approximately 36 males and 38 females. The sex ratio is around 1055 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 6 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 33 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.32%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 65.79%. There are around 16 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 74 36 38
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 6 2 4
Scheduled Castes (SC) 33 15 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 55 30 25
Illiterate Population 19 6 13

Connectivity of Barad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barad. As per the 2011 stats, Barad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barad

Knowing the nearby villages of Barad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barad

Where is Barad located?
Barad village is situated in Kasauli Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barad?
The Gram Panchayat of Barad is Rouri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barad?
The pincode of Barad is 173209, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barad is 74, with 36 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Barad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barad village has a total of 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barad is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 65.79%.