Barna - Thanesar, Kurukshetra
Barna is a village situated in the Thanesar tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thanesar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Barna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barna is 058476. The village covers a total geographical area of 1184 hectares and falls under the 136119 pincode. Kurukshtera is the nearest town.
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 Tanesar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barna
As per Census 2011, Barna village has a total population of 6,095 people, consisting of 3,154 males and 2,941 females. The village has 1,175 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 799 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,868 literate and 2,227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,950 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,095 | 3,154 | 2,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 799 | 444 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,950 | 1,016 | 934 |
| Literate Population | 3,868 | 2,238 | 1,630 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,227 | 916 | 1,311 |
Nearby Villages of Barna
Barna 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 Barna
Barna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Barna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Barna is about 12 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barna
Where is Barna located?
Barna village is located in Thanesar Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, 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 136119.
What is the population of Barna?
Barna has a total population of 6,095, including 3,154 males and 2,941 females.
How many households are there in Barna?
There are 1,175 households in Barna.
What is the literacy rate in Barna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barna is 63.46%. Male literacy is 70.96% and female literacy is 55.42%.