Barhapani - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Barhapani is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Shambhu Pipar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barhapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barhapani is 439314. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.82 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Barhapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barhapani
According to the 2011 Census, Barhapani village had a total population of 231 people, including 111 males and 120 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.89%, with male literacy at 12.09% and female literacy at 11.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 227.
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 | 231 | 111 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 100 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Barhapani
Barhapani 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 Barhapani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barhapani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bodla to Barhapani is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Barhapani is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barhapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barhapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barhapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barhapani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barhapani
Where is Barhapani located?
Barhapani village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barhapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Barhapani is Shambhu Pipar.
What is the pincode of Barhapani?
The pincode of Barhapani is 491995.
What is the population of Barhapani?
Barhapani had a total population of 231, including 111 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Barhapani?
Barhapani had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barhapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barhapani was 11.89%. Male literacy was 12.09% and female literacy was 11.70%.