Barrian - Nalagarh, Solan
Barrian is a village situated in the Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Barian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barrian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barrian is 020996. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 174101 pincode. Nalagarh is the nearest town.
Barrian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barrian
As per Census 2011, Barrian village has a total population of 244 people, consisting of 132 males and 112 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barrian are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 244 | 132 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 93 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 39 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Barrian
Barrian 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 Barrian
Barrian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Barrian is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barrian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barrian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barrian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barrian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barrian
Where is Barrian located?
Barrian village is located in Nalagarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barrian?
The Gram Panchayat of Barrian is Barian.
What is the pincode of Barrian?
The pincode of Barrian is 174101.
What is the population of Barrian?
Barrian has a total population of 244, including 132 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Barrian?
There are 40 households in Barrian.
What is the literacy rate in Barrian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barrian is 64.75%. Male literacy is 70.45% and female literacy is 58.04%.