Barnog - Nihri, Mandi
Barnog is a village situated in the Nihri tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhungi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barnog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnog is 015735. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.82 hectares and falls under the 175046 pincode. Sundarnagar is the nearest town.
Barnog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nachan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnog
According to the 2011 Census, Barnog village had a total population of 300 people, including 146 males and 154 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.44%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 67.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 300 | 146 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 126 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 20 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Barnog
Barnog 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 Barnog
Barnog is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Barnog is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barnog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barnog
Where is Barnog located?
Barnog village is located in Nihri Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barnog?
The Gram Panchayat of Barnog is Jhungi.
What is the pincode of Barnog?
The pincode of Barnog is 175046.
What is the population of Barnog?
Barnog had a total population of 300, including 146 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Barnog?
Barnog had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barnog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnog was 81.44%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 67.42%.