Barna Airi - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Barna Airi is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Barna Aeri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barna Airi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barna Airi is 049199. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.68 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Barna Airi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barna Airi
According to the 2011 Census, Barna Airi village had a total population of 118 people, including 55 males and 63 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.27%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 13 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Barna Airi
Barna Airi 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 Airi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Barna Airi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Barna Airi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Barna Airi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barna Airi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barna Airi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barna Airi
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 Airi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barna Airi
Where is Barna Airi located?
Barna Airi village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barna Airi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barna Airi is Barna Aeri.
What is the pincode of Barna Airi?
The pincode of Barna Airi is 262551.
What is the population of Barna Airi?
Barna Airi had a total population of 118, including 55 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Barna Airi?
Barna Airi had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barna Airi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barna Airi was 73.27%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 57.14%.