Barbaspur - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Barabasapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 436054. The village covers a total geographical area of 201 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur village had a total population of 661 people, including 339 males and 322 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 79.72% and female literacy at 55.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 661 | 339 | 322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 228 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 111 | 176 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhewdhara | South-West | 1.27 km |
| Khodri | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Tuman | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Pondi Gosai | East | 2.81 km |
| Putuwa | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Bankheta | North | 3.20 km |
| Banwar | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Ghoghra | East | 4.43 km |
| Panchdhar | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Kansamar | North | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbaspur
Barbaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gevra Road, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.0 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 Katghora to Barbaspur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Barbaspur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur is Barabasapur.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 495445.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had a total population of 661, including 339 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur was 68.12%. Male literacy was 79.72% and female literacy was 55.51%.