Barnara - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Barnara is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Nallah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Barnara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnara is 001626. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.1 hectares and falls under the 185153 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barnara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnara
According to the 2011 Census, Barnara village had a total population of 570 people, including 282 males and 288 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 84.39% and female literacy at 71.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 570 | 282 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 200 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 82 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Barnara
Barnara 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 Barnara
Barnara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunderbani to Barnara is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Barnara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barnara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barnara
Where is Barnara located?
Barnara village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Barnara?
The Halqa Panchayat of Barnara is Nallah.
What is the pincode of Barnara?
The pincode of Barnara is 185153.
What is the population of Barnara?
Barnara had a total population of 570, including 282 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Barnara?
Barnara had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barnara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnara was 77.89%. Male literacy was 84.39% and female literacy was 71.66%.