Barog
Barog is a village located in Solan tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from Solan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barog village. As per 2009 stats, Barog village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barog unique in its vibrant Solan region. You’ll see Barog’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 Barog
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barog is 021954. The village spans a total geographical area of 136.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173229. Solan is nearest town to Barog village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Barog 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.
Google Map of Barog
Population of Barog
According to the 2011 Census, Barog has a total population of about 638, with approximately 341 males and 297 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 280 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 73.20%, with male literacy at about 73.90% and female literacy near 72.39%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barog's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 341 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 467 | 252 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 89 | 82 |
Connectivity of Barog
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barog. As per the 2011 stats, Barog had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Barog
Knowing the nearby villages of Barog helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barog.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barog
- Where is Barog located?
- Barog village is situated in Solan Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barog?
- Barog serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barog?
- The pincode of Barog is 173229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barog as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barog is 638, with 341 males and 297 females.
- How many households are there in Barog as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barog village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barog as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barog is 73.20%. The male literacy rate is 73.90%, while the female literacy rate is 72.39%.