Barbaspur - Kawardha, Kabeerdham
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Kawardha tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 6 km from Kawardha, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Barbaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 439174. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.62 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Kawardha is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barbaspur 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 Barbaspur
As per Census 2011, Barbaspur village has a total population of 1,548 people, consisting of 749 males and 799 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,397 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,548 | 749 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 113 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,397 | 668 | 729 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 818 | 463 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 286 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Barbaspur
Barbaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bijajhori | North | 1.57 km |
| Ghuksa | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Dabrabhath | East | 1.88 km |
| Newari | South | 2.18 km |
| Joratal | South-West | 2.69 km |
| Gangchuwa | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Naudih | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Harin Chhapra | North | 3.18 km |
| Rengakhar Khurd | West | 3.24 km |
| Jamuniya | South-East | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbaspur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Barbaspur. The nearest railway station is Ibhe, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| 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 Kawardha to Barbaspur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbaspur 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 Barbaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbaspur 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Kawardha Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 491995.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur has a total population of 1,548, including 749 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
There are 330 households in Barbaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur is 52.84%. Male literacy is 61.82% and female literacy is 44.43%.