Barampur - Lal Bahadur Nagar, Rajnandgaon
Barampur is a village situated in the Lal Bahadur Nagar tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Dongargarh and around 42 km from Rajnandgaon. Khubatola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barampur is 440670. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.68 hectares and falls under the 491557 pincode. Dongargarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barampur
As per Census 2011, Barampur village has a total population of 290 people, consisting of 143 males and 147 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 290 | 143 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 47 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Barampur
Barampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makkatola | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Thakur Tola | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Hirapur | South-East | 2.39 km |
| Rama Tola | East | 2.57 km |
| Sendri | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Lalbhadur Nagar | South | 3.20 km |
| Govindpur | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Bichhitola | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Bhelwatola | North | 3.81 km |
| Motipur | South-East | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barampur
Barampur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Paniajob, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Dongargarh to Barampur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Barampur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barampur
Where is Barampur located?
Barampur village is located in Lal Bahadur Nagar Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barampur is Khubatola.
What is the pincode of Barampur?
The pincode of Barampur is 491557.
What is the population of Barampur?
Barampur has a total population of 290, including 143 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Barampur?
There are 53 households in Barampur.
What is the literacy rate in Barampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barampur is 62.07%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 57.14%.