Bharnakalan - Govardhan, Mathura
Bharnakalan is a village situated in the Govardhan tehsil of Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Chhata and around 50 km from Mathura. Bharnakalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharnakalan is 123727. The village covers a total geographical area of 881.06 hectares and falls under the 281502 pincode. Gobardhan is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bharnakalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mathura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharnakalan
As per Census 2011, Bharnakalan village has a total population of 3,318 people, consisting of 1,786 males and 1,532 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 585 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,674 literate and 1,644 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,008 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bharnakalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,318 | 1,786 | 1,532 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 585 | 309 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,008 | 539 | 469 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,674 | 1,134 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,644 | 652 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Bharnakalan
Bharnakalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dirawali | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Deopura | West | 2.59 km |
| Tatarpur | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Bharna Khurd | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Pali | South | 3.21 km |
| Sahar | North | 3.54 km |
| Seeh | West | 4.35 km |
| Kunjera | South | 5.08 km |
| Padal | South | 5.16 km |
| Palson | South-West | 5.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bharnakalan
Bharnakalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goverdhan, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gobardhan to Bharnakalan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mathura to Bharnakalan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharnakalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharnakalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bharnakalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharnakalan 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bharnakalan
Where is Bharnakalan located?
Bharnakalan village is located in Govardhan Tehsil, Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bharnakalan?
Bharnakalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bharnakalan?
The pincode of Bharnakalan is 281502.
What is the population of Bharnakalan?
Bharnakalan has a total population of 3,318, including 1,786 males and 1,532 females.
How many households are there in Bharnakalan?
There are 500 households in Bharnakalan.
What is the literacy rate in Bharnakalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharnakalan is 50.45%. Male literacy is 63.49% and female literacy is 35.25%.