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
According to the 2011 Census, Barog village had a total population of 273 people, including 145 males and 128 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 76.00% and female literacy at 63.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196.
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 | 273 | 145 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 103 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 273, including 145 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Barog?
Barog had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barog was 70.34%. Male literacy was 76.00% and female literacy was 63.96%.