Barbaspur - Chhal, Raigarh
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Chhal tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 60 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 60 km from Raigarh. Barbaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 434483. The village covers a total geographical area of 557.64 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 60 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 Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur village had a total population of 973 people, including 483 males and 490 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.59%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 53.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 725.
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 | 973 | 483 | 490 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 94 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 725 | 358 | 367 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 301 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 182 | 262 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharamjaigarh to Barbaspur is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Barbaspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 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 >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 Chhal Tehsil, Raigarh 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 496116.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had a total population of 973, including 483 males and 490 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur was 64.59%. Male literacy was 77.38% and female literacy was 53.02%.