Barbaspur - Basna, Mahasamund
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Barbaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 445751. The village covers a total geographical area of 232.08 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 11 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 Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
As per Census 2011, Barbaspur village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 373 males and 386 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 560 literate and 199 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 101 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 373 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 297 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 76 | 123 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhoharpar | North | 1.51 km |
| Gidhapali | North-West | 1.55 km |
| Bhukel | West | 1.70 km |
| Mohka | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Banipali | South | 1.86 km |
| Jagat | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Chhuipali | East | 2.94 km |
| Barpeladih | South-West | 2.95 km |
| Gudhiyari | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Gidhli | South-East | 3.29 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 Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.2 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 Basna to Barbaspur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Barbaspur is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 >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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Basna 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 493554.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur has a total population of 759, including 373 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
There are 158 households in Barbaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur is 73.78%. Male literacy is 79.62% and female literacy is 68.13%.