Barnigad Khatal - Barnigad, Uttarkashi

Barnigad Khatal is a village situated in the Barnigad tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from Barkot and around 130 km from Uttarkashi. Sarnachak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barnigad Khatal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Barnigad Khatal is 040425. The village covers a total geographical area of 195.82 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.

Barnigad Khatal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Barnigad Khatal

According to the 2011 Census, Barnigad Khatal village had a total population of 46 people, including 23 males and 23 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.15%, with male literacy at 57.14% and female literacy at 33.33%.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Barnigad Khatal

Barnigad Khatal 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Barnigad Khatal

Barnigad Khatal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Barnigad Khatal is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Barnigad Khatal is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Barnigad Khatal

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barnigad Khatal village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Barnigad Khatal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barnigad Khatal village are given below:

FAQs about Barnigad Khatal