Bar - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Bar is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from Kasdol and around 100 km from Raipur. Bar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bar is 444153. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.47 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bar
According to the 2011 Census, Bar village had a total population of 861 people, including 417 males and 444 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.02%, with male literacy at 83.24% and female literacy at 65.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
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 | 861 | 417 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 151 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 298 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 119 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Bar
Bar 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 Bar
Public transport in the Bar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Bar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Bar is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bar
Where is Bar located?
Bar village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bar?
Bar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bar?
The pincode of Bar is 492112.
What is the population of Bar?
Bar had a total population of 861, including 417 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Bar?
Bar had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bar was 74.02%. Male literacy was 83.24% and female literacy was 65.35%.