Barla - Krishangarh, Solan
Barla is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Darwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barla is 021378. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Barla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barla
According to the 2011 Census, Barla village had a total population of 100 people, including 51 males and 49 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.32%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33.
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 | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 37 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Barla
Barla 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 Barla
Barla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Barla is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barla 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barla
Where is Barla located?
Barla village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barla?
The Gram Panchayat of Barla is Darwa.
What is the pincode of Barla?
The pincode of Barla is 173236.
What is the population of Barla?
Barla had a total population of 100, including 51 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Barla?
Barla had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barla was 75.32%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 60.00%.