Barenda - Rengakharkala, Kabeerdham
Barenda is a village situated in the Rengakharkala tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 58 km from Bodla and around 80 km from Kawardha. Barenda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barenda is 439509. The village covers a total geographical area of 228.74 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Sahaspur-lohara is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Barenda 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 Barenda
As per Census 2011, Barenda village has a total population of 750 people, consisting of 374 males and 376 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 324 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 598 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barenda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 750 | 374 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 18 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 598 | 286 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 258 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 116 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Barenda
Barenda 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 Barenda
Barenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barenda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sahaspur-lohara to Barenda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Barenda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barenda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barenda
Where is Barenda located?
Barenda village is located in Rengakharkala Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barenda?
Barenda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barenda?
The pincode of Barenda is 491888.
What is the population of Barenda?
Barenda has a total population of 750, including 374 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Barenda?
There are 194 households in Barenda.
What is the literacy rate in Barenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barenda is 56.80%. Male literacy is 68.98% and female literacy is 44.68%.