Barkaspali - Farsabahar, Jashpur
Barkaspali is a village situated in the Farsabahar tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Farsabahar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Sajbahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkaspali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkaspali is 434139. The village covers a total geographical area of 394.63 hectares and falls under the 496227 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Barkaspali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkaspali
According to the 2011 Census, Barkaspali village had a total population of 606 people, including 304 males and 302 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.79%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 61.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 402.
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 | 606 | 304 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 197 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 210 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 94 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Barkaspali
Barkaspali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Daijbahar | South | 1.54 km |
| Sajbahar | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Singibahar | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Dhourasand | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Bamhanmara | South | 2.98 km |
| Aurijor | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Bandhatoli | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Khutgaon | West | 4.35 km |
| Lathbora | East | 4.37 km |
| Jabla | South-East | 4.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkaspali
Barkaspali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Barkaspali is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkaspali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkaspali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkaspali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkaspali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barkaspali
Where is Barkaspali located?
Barkaspali village is located in Farsabahar Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkaspali?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkaspali is Sajbahar.
What is the pincode of Barkaspali?
The pincode of Barkaspali is 496227.
What is the population of Barkaspali?
Barkaspali had a total population of 606, including 304 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Barkaspali?
Barkaspali had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkaspali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkaspali was 70.79%. Male literacy was 79.85% and female literacy was 61.99%.