Barog - Parwanoo, Solan
Barog is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 46 km from Solan. Narayani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barog is 021739. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.66 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo 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 Kasauli 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 273 people, consisting of 145 males and 128 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barog are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 273 | 145 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 95 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 50 | 57 |
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
Barog 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 Barog is about 46 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barog
Where is Barog located?
Barog village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barog?
The Gram Panchayat of Barog is Narayani.
What is the pincode of Barog?
The pincode of Barog is 173220.
What is the population of Barog?
Barog has a total population of 273, including 145 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Barog?
There are 58 households in Barog.
What is the literacy rate in Barog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barog is 60.81%. Male literacy is 65.52% and female literacy is 55.47%.