Barna - Chamkaur Sahib, Rupnagar
Barna is a village situated in the Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chamkaur Sahib and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Rupnagar. Kulian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barna is 038776. The village covers a total geographical area of 66 hectares and falls under the 140111 pincode. Rupnagar is the nearest town.
Barna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chamkaur Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anandpur Sahib Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barna
According to the 2011 Census, Barna village had a total population of 308 people, including 160 males and 148 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.83%, with male literacy at 92.62% and female literacy at 80.30%.
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 | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 138 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Barna
Barna 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 Barna
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Barna. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rupnagar to Barna 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 Barna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barna 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 Barna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barna
Where is Barna located?
Barna village is located in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, Rupnagar district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barna?
The Gram Panchayat of Barna is Kulian.
What is the pincode of Barna?
The pincode of Barna is 140111.
What is the population of Barna?
Barna had a total population of 308, including 160 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Barna?
Barna had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barna was 86.83%. Male literacy was 92.62% and female literacy was 80.30%.