Barnu
Barnu is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 52km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Barnu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barnu unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Barnu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barnu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barnu is 043798. The village spans a total geographical area of 141.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249145. Chamba is nearest town to Barnu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barnu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barnu
Population of Barnu
According to the 2011 Census, Barnu has a total population of about 702, with approximately 329 males and 373 females. The sex ratio is around 1133 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 116 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 126 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.12%, with male literacy at about 68.09% and female literacy near 51.21%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barnu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 702 | 329 | 373 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 64 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 62 | 64 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 415 | 224 | 191 |
Illiterate Population | 287 | 105 | 182 |
Connectivity of Barnu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barnu. As per the 2011 stats, Barnu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barnu
Knowing the nearby villages of Barnu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barnu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barnu
- Where is Barnu located?
- Barnu village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barnu?
- Barnu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Barnu?
- The pincode of Barnu is 249145, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barnu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barnu is 702, with 329 males and 373 females.
- How many households are there in Barnu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barnu village has a total of 130 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barnu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barnu is 59.12%. The male literacy rate is 68.09%, while the female literacy rate is 51.21%.