Barnet - Dharmsala, Kangra
Barnet is a village situated in the Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bhatalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barnet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnet is 009496. The village covers a total geographical area of 306.12 hectares and falls under the 176216 pincode. Dharmsala is the nearest town.
Barnet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamshala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnet
As per Census 2011, Barnet village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 193 males and 185 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 135 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 146 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barnet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 193 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 70 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 148 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 45 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Barnet
Barnet 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 Barnet
Public transport in the Barnet is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Dharmsala to Barnet 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 Barnet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barnet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnet 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 Barnet
Where is Barnet located?
Barnet village is located in Dharmsala Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnet?
The Gram Panchayat of Barnet is Bhatalla.
What is the pincode of Barnet?
The pincode of Barnet is 176216.
What is the population of Barnet?
Barnet has a total population of 378, including 193 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Barnet?
There are 61 households in Barnet.
What is the literacy rate in Barnet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnet is 65.34%. Male literacy is 76.68% and female literacy is 53.51%.