Barnaon - Jagdishpur, Bhojpur
Barnaon is a village situated in the Jagdishpur subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jagdishpur and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Barnaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnaon is 247217. The village covers a total geographical area of 946 hectares and falls under the 802203 pincode. Jagdishpur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barnaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barnaon
As per Census 2011, Barnaon village has a total population of 9,491 people, consisting of 5,030 males and 4,461 females. The village has 1,449 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,647 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,606 literate and 3,885 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barnaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,491 | 5,030 | 4,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,647 | 868 | 779 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,264 | 687 | 577 |
| Literate Population | 5,606 | 3,418 | 2,188 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,885 | 1,612 | 2,273 |
Nearby Villages of Barnaon
Barnaon 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 Barnaon
Barnaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdishpur to Barnaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Barnaon is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barnaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barnaon
Where is Barnaon located?
Barnaon village is located in Jagdishpur Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnaon?
Barnaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barnaon?
The pincode of Barnaon is 802203.
What is the population of Barnaon?
Barnaon has a total population of 9,491, including 5,030 males and 4,461 females.
How many households are there in Barnaon?
There are 1,449 households in Barnaon.
What is the literacy rate in Barnaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnaon is 59.07%. Male literacy is 67.95% and female literacy is 49.05%.