Barima - Mainpat, Surguja
Barima is a village situated in the Mainpat tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narbadapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Barima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barima is 433554. The village covers a total geographical area of 1272.01 hectares and falls under the 497001 pincode. Sitapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barima
According to the 2011 Census, Barima village had a total population of 2,115 people, including 1,070 males and 1,045 females, living in 447 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.42%, with male literacy at 49.83% and female literacy at 26.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,660.
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 | 2,115 | 1,070 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 201 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,660 | 830 | 830 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 433 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,468 | 637 | 831 |
Nearby Villages of Barima
Barima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kudaridih | West | 2.87 km |
| Uranga | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Narbadapur | East | 4.56 km |
| Kuniya | North | 5.50 km |
| Pathrai | West | 5.83 km |
| Ropakhar | North-West | 6.06 km |
| Kumarta | South-West | 6.19 km |
| Kandraja | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Kesara | West | 6.40 km |
| Kamleshwarpur | North-West | 6.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barima
Barima 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 Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.9 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 Sitapur to Barima is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Barima is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barima 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 Barima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barima 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barima
Where is Barima located?
Barima village is located in Mainpat Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barima?
Barima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barima?
The pincode of Barima is 497001.
What is the population of Barima?
Barima had a total population of 2,115, including 1,070 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Barima?
Barima had 447 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barima was 38.42%. Male literacy was 49.83% and female literacy was 26.26%.