Barnala - Mansa
Barnala is a village situated in the Mansa tehsil of Mansa district, Punjab. It is located approximately 10 km from Mansa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barnala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnala is 036095. The village covers a total geographical area of 920 hectares and falls under the 151509 pincode. Mansa is the nearest town.
Barnala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mansa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnala
As per Census 2011, Barnala village has a total population of 3,444 people, consisting of 1,820 males and 1,624 females. The village has 697 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,677 literate and 1,767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,418 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barnala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,444 | 1,820 | 1,624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 204 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,418 | 745 | 673 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 987 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,767 | 833 | 934 |
Nearby Villages of Barnala
Barnala is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khara | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Jawahar Ke | West | 3.35 km |
| Hirewala | South | 4.54 km |
| Nangal Kalan | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Nangal Khurd | West | 5.49 km |
| Pipllian | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Mansa Khurd | North | 6.47 km |
| Mandhali | South | 7.52 km |
| Deluana | South | 7.77 km |
| Khiala Khurd | North | 7.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barnala
Barnala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mansa, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.2 km.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mansa to Barnala is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barnala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnala 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 Barnala
Where is Barnala located?
Barnala village is located in Mansa Tehsil, Mansa district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnala?
Barnala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barnala?
The pincode of Barnala is 151509.
What is the population of Barnala?
Barnala has a total population of 3,444, including 1,820 males and 1,624 females.
How many households are there in Barnala?
There are 697 households in Barnala.
What is the literacy rate in Barnala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnala is 48.69%. Male literacy is 54.23% and female literacy is 42.49%.