Barahnagar - Ramchandrapur, Balrampur-Ramanujganj
Barahnagar is a village situated in the Ramchandrapur tehsil of Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 75 km from Ramanujganj and around 120 km from Ambikapur. Barahnagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barahnagar is 431832. The village covers a total geographical area of 575.89 hectares and falls under the 497220 pincode. Wadrafnagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Barahnagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barahnagar
As per Census 2011, Barahnagar village has a total population of 1,063 people, consisting of 520 males and 543 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,044 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 346 literate and 717 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 930 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barahnagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 520 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 119 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 930 | 456 | 474 |
| Literate Population | 346 | 210 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 310 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Barahnagar
Barahnagar 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 Barahnagar
Barahnagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Wadrafnagar to Barahnagar is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Barahnagar is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barahnagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barahnagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barahnagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barahnagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barahnagar
Where is Barahnagar located?
Barahnagar village is located in Ramchandrapur Tehsil, Balrampur-Ramanujganj district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barahnagar?
Barahnagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barahnagar?
The pincode of Barahnagar is 497220.
What is the population of Barahnagar?
Barahnagar has a total population of 1,063, including 520 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Barahnagar?
There are 236 households in Barahnagar.
What is the literacy rate in Barahnagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barahnagar is 32.55%. Male literacy is 40.38% and female literacy is 25.05%.