Barjor - Kansabel, Jashpur
Barjor is a village situated in the Kansabel tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kansabel and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Barjor village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barjor is 433756. The village covers a total geographical area of 723.74 hectares and falls under the 496223 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Barjor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barjor
According to the 2011 Census, Barjor village had a total population of 1,081 people, including 527 males and 554 females, living in 256 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 76.13% and female literacy at 59.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,021.
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 | 1,081 | 527 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,021 | 497 | 524 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 354 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 427 | 173 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Barjor
Barjor 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 Barjor
Barjor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jashpur Nagar to Barjor is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barjor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barjor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barjor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barjor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barjor
Where is Barjor located?
Barjor village is located in Kansabel Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barjor?
Barjor is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barjor?
The pincode of Barjor is 496223.
What is the population of Barjor?
Barjor had a total population of 1,081, including 527 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Barjor?
Barjor had 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barjor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barjor was 67.70%. Male literacy was 76.13% and female literacy was 59.88%.