Barna - Dhamtari
Barna is a village situated in the Dhamtari tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 23 km from Dhamtari, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barna is 447052. The village covers a total geographical area of 434.99 hectares and falls under the 493663 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamtari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barna
As per Census 2011, Barna village has a total population of 2,000 people, consisting of 1,015 males and 985 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,333 literate and 667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 75 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,000 | 1,015 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 156 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,333 | 749 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 266 | 401 |
Nearby Villages of Barna
Barna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Joratarai | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Louder | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Semra | West | 2.72 km |
| Sonewara | South | 2.81 km |
| Sargi | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Nawagaon | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Sidhaurikhurd | North | 3.40 km |
| Rajpur | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Seldeep | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Sidhaurikalan | North | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barna
Barna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kurud, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurud to Barna is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Barna is about 23 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 Barna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barna 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 Barna
Where is Barna located?
Barna village is located in Dhamtari Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barna?
Barna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barna?
The pincode of Barna is 493663.
What is the population of Barna?
Barna has a total population of 2,000, including 1,015 males and 985 females.
How many households are there in Barna?
There are 433 households in Barna.
What is the literacy rate in Barna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barna is 66.65%. Male literacy is 73.79% and female literacy is 59.29%.