Barbaspur - Bagbahra, Mahasamund
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Bagbahra tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagbahara and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Barbaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 446741. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.77 hectares and falls under the 493445 pincode. Bagbahara is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Khallari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur village had a total population of 685 people, including 347 males and 338 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.69%, with male literacy at 84.01% and female literacy at 59.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.
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 | 685 | 347 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 143 | 76 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 423 | 247 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 100 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Barbaspur
Barbaspur 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 Barbaspur
Barbaspur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Barbaspur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagbahara to Barbaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Barbaspur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Bagbahra Tehsil, Mahasamund 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 493445.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had a total population of 685, including 347 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur was 71.69%. Male literacy was 84.01% and female literacy was 59.46%.