Barna - Harraiya, Basti
Barna is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Munbra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barna is 179603. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.62 hectares and falls under the 272301 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barna
As per Census 2011, Barna village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 88 males and 82 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 93 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 56 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 32 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Barna
Barna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundbara | South-East | 0.51 km |
| Marhari | North | 0.69 km |
| Parari Misra | West | 0.73 km |
| Khusariya | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Lakhimpur | South | 0.98 km |
| Parsijot | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Kauadar | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Umariya Goptar Singh | East | 1.26 km |
| Karmi Panday | North | 1.33 km |
| Basdeo Kunwar | North-East | 1.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barna
Barna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Babhnan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Barna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Barna is about 35 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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barna
Where is Barna located?
Barna village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barna?
The Gram Panchayat of Barna is Munbra.
What is the pincode of Barna?
The pincode of Barna is 272301.
What is the population of Barna?
Barna has a total population of 170, including 88 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Barna?
There are 21 households in Barna.
What is the literacy rate in Barna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barna is 54.71%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 45.12%.