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
As per Census 2011, Barniya Gaon village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 97 males and 122 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,257 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 127 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barniya Gaon are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 219, including 97 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Barniya Gaon?
There are 46 households in Barniya Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Barniya Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barniya Gaon is 57.99%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 45.08%.