Barniya Gaon - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Barniya Gaon is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 133 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Baniya Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barniya Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barniya Gaon is 048935. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.52 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Barniya Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barniya Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Barniya Gaon village had a total population of 219 people, including 97 males and 122 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,258 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.65%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 219 | 97 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 61 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 25 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Barniya Gaon
Barniya Gaon 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 Barniya Gaon
Barniya Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Barniya Gaon is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Barniya Gaon is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barniya Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barniya Gaon 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 Barniya Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barniya Gaon 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barniya Gaon
Where is Barniya Gaon located?
Barniya Gaon village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barniya Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Barniya Gaon is Baniya Gaon.
What is the pincode of Barniya Gaon?
The pincode of Barniya Gaon is 262554.
What is the population of Barniya Gaon?
Barniya Gaon had a total population of 219, including 97 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Barniya Gaon?
Barniya Gaon had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barniya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barniya Gaon was 68.65%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 54.46%.