Barohi - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Barohi is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Barohi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barohi is 030951. The village covers a total geographical area of 510 hectares and falls under the 144213 pincode. Gardhiwala is the nearest town.
Barohi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barohi
According to the 2011 Census, Barohi village had a total population of 1,088 people, including 541 males and 547 females, living in 238 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.26%, with male literacy at 86.24% and female literacy at 78.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208.
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 | 1,088 | 541 | 547 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 76 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 101 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 401 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 140 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Barohi
Barohi 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 Barohi
Barohi 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Barohi 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 Barohi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barohi 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 Barohi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barohi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barohi
Where is Barohi located?
Barohi village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barohi?
Barohi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barohi?
The pincode of Barohi is 144213.
What is the population of Barohi?
Barohi had a total population of 1,088, including 541 males and 547 females.
How many households are there in Barohi?
Barohi had 238 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barohi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barohi was 82.26%. Male literacy was 86.24% and female literacy was 78.56%.