Barn - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Barn is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Barn village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barn is 029651. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.93 hectares and falls under the 144403 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Barn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barn
According to the 2011 Census, Barn village had a total population of 1,106 people, including 553 males and 553 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.17%, with male literacy at 81.11% and female literacy at 73.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 601.
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 | 1,106 | 553 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 66 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 601 | 297 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 757 | 395 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 158 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Barn
Barn 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 Barn
Barn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barn.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Barn is about 30 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 Barn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barn 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barn
Where is Barn located?
Barn village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barn?
Barn is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barn?
The pincode of Barn is 144403.
What is the population of Barn?
Barn had a total population of 1,106, including 553 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Barn?
Barn had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barn was 77.17%. Male literacy was 81.11% and female literacy was 73.28%.