Barnara Khurd - Dongargarh, Rajnandgaon
Barnara Khurd is a village situated in the Dongargarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Ghotiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barnara Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnara Khurd is 440528. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.46 hectares and falls under the 491445 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barnara Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnara Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Barnara Khurd village had a total population of 23 people, including 12 males and 11 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.00%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 3 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Barnara Khurd
Barnara Khurd 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 Barnara Khurd
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Barnara Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dongargarh to Barnara Khurd is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Barnara Khurd is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnara Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnara Khurd 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barnara Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnara Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barnara Khurd
Where is Barnara Khurd located?
Barnara Khurd village is located in Dongargarh Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barnara Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Barnara Khurd is Ghotiya.
What is the pincode of Barnara Khurd?
The pincode of Barnara Khurd is 491445.
What is the population of Barnara Khurd?
Barnara Khurd had a total population of 23, including 12 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Barnara Khurd?
Barnara Khurd had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barnara Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnara Khurd was 55.00%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 22.22%.