Barnu - Kandisaur, Tehri Garhwal
Barnu is a village situated in the Kandisaur tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Tehri and around 52 km from New Tehri. Barnu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnu is 043798. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.44 hectares and falls under the 249131 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Barnu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barnu
As per Census 2011, Barnu village has a total population of 702 people, consisting of 329 males and 373 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 1,133 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 415 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barnu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 329 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 224 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 105 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Barnu
Barnu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhakogi Brahmno Ki | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Sendan | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Wanda | North | 1.36 km |
| Neri | East | 1.52 km |
| Dandi | North | 1.56 km |
| Manjhkot | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Jhakogi Kilwano Ki | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Khamoli | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Koti Dobhalu Ki | East | 2.34 km |
| Raidoni | North-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barnu
Barnu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.7 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Barnu is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Barnu is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barnu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnu 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barnu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barnu
Where is Barnu located?
Barnu village is located in Kandisaur Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barnu?
Barnu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barnu?
The pincode of Barnu is 249131.
What is the population of Barnu?
Barnu has a total population of 702, including 329 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Barnu?
There are 130 households in Barnu.
What is the literacy rate in Barnu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barnu is 59.12%. Male literacy is 68.09% and female literacy is 51.21%.