Barnyak
Barnyak is a village located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 45km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barnyak village. As per 2009 stats, Bermiok Barthang is the gram panchayat of Barnyak village.
Barnyak has its own place in the vibrant West District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barnyak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barnyak is 261039. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737113. Gyalshing is nearest town to Barnyak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barnyak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gyalshing-barnyak Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Barnyak
Below is a concise population overview of Barnyak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,512 | 1,256 | 1,256 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 138 | 157 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 137 | 128 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 958 | 472 | 486 |
Literate Population | 1,719 | 937 | 782 |
Illiterate Population | 793 | 319 | 474 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barnyak village:
- The total population of Barnyak village is around 2,512, including approximately 1,256 males and 1,256 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Barnyak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barnyak village has 265 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 958 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barnyak village is about 68.43%, with male literacy at 74.60% and female literacy at 62.26%.
- There are around 503 households in Barnyak village.
Connectivity of Barnyak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barnyak. As per the 2011 stats, Barnyak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barnyak
Knowing the nearby villages of Barnyak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barnyak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barnyak
- Where is Barnyak located?
- Barnyak village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barnyak?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barnyak is Bermiok Barthang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barnyak?
- The pincode of Barnyak is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barnyak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barnyak is 2,512, with 1,256 males and 1,256 females.
- How many households are there in Barnyak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barnyak village has a total of 503 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barnyak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barnyak is 68.43%. The male literacy rate is 74.60%, while the female literacy rate is 62.26%.