Barnala - Ambala Cantonment, Ambala
Barnala is a village situated in the Ambala Cantonment tehsil of Ambala district, Haryana. It is located approximately 4 km from Ambala and around 4 km from Ambala. Barnala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnala is 057352. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 134007 pincode. Ambala City is the nearest town.
Barnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambala Cantt. Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ambala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnala
As per Census 2011, Barnala village has a total population of 2,184 people, consisting of 1,167 males and 1,017 females. The village has 447 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,726 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barnala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,184 | 1,167 | 1,017 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 128 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 385 | 211 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 980 | 746 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 187 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Barnala
Barnala 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 Barnala
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Barnala. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barnala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambala to Barnala is about 4 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barnala
Where is Barnala located?
Barnala village is located in Ambala Cantonment Tehsil, Ambala district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnala?
Barnala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barnala?
The pincode of Barnala is 134007.
What is the population of Barnala?
Barnala has a total population of 2,184, including 1,167 males and 1,017 females.
How many households are there in Barnala?
There are 447 households in Barnala.
What is the literacy rate in Barnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnala is 79.03%. Male literacy is 83.98% and female literacy is 73.35%.