Barnabugh - Kangan, Ganderbal
Barnabugh is a village situated in the Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kangan and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gaderbal. Burnabugh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Barnabugh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnabugh is 002899. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.9 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barnabugh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnabugh
According to the 2011 Census, Barnabugh village had a total population of 3,006 people, including 1,594 males and 1,412 females, living in 408 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.12%, with male literacy at 60.44% and female literacy at 38.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,763.
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 | 3,006 | 1,594 | 1,412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 604 | 335 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,763 | 952 | 811 |
| Literate Population | 1,204 | 761 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,802 | 833 | 969 |
Nearby Villages of Barnabugh
Barnabugh 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 Barnabugh
Barnabugh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ganderbal to Barnabugh is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Barnabugh is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnabugh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnabugh 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barnabugh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnabugh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barnabugh
Where is Barnabugh located?
Barnabugh village is located in Kangan Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Barnabugh?
The Halqa Panchayat of Barnabugh is Burnabugh.
What is the pincode of Barnabugh?
The pincode of Barnabugh is 191202.
What is the population of Barnabugh?
Barnabugh had a total population of 3,006, including 1,594 males and 1,412 females.
How many households are there in Barnabugh?
Barnabugh had 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barnabugh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnabugh was 50.12%. Male literacy was 60.44% and female literacy was 38.76%.