Barnao - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Barnao is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Barnao village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnao is 150610. The village covers a total geographical area of 941 hectares and falls under the 209308 pincode. Ghatampur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barnao village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnao
According to the 2011 Census, Barnao village had a total population of 6,362 people, including 3,415 males and 2,947 females, living in 1,204 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.33%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 62.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 902.
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 | 6,362 | 3,415 | 2,947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 796 | 434 | 362 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 474 | 428 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,970 | 2,357 | 1,613 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,392 | 1,058 | 1,334 |
Nearby Villages of Barnao
Barnao 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Narsinghpur | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Gosara | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Kakrahiya | East | 2.77 km |
| Tilsarha | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Targaon Ghatampur | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Kundari Champatpur | North | 3.25 km |
| Sanchitpur | East | 3.33 km |
| Bakauli | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Kunwarpur | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Chak Dargahi | East | 4.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barnao
Barnao is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patara, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.3 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatampur to Barnao is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Barnao is about 40 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 Barnao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnao village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barnao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnao village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barnao
Where is Barnao located?
Barnao village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnao?
Barnao is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barnao?
The pincode of Barnao is 209308.
What is the population of Barnao?
Barnao had a total population of 6,362, including 3,415 males and 2,947 females.
How many households are there in Barnao?
Barnao had 1,204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barnao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnao was 71.33%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 62.40%.