Barbaspur - Kotma, Anuppur
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Kotma tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Anuppur and around 45 km from Anuppur. Chodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 501850. The village covers a total geographical area of 875.1 hectares and falls under the 484224 pincode. Pasan is the nearest town, located about 9 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 Pushprajgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
As per Census 2011, Barbaspur village has a total population of 974 people, consisting of 478 males and 496 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 163 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 417 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 974 | 478 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 71 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 287 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 191 | 304 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barbaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasan to Barbaspur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Barbaspur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 2-5 km |
| 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Kotma Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur is Chodi.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 484224.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur has a total population of 974, including 478 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
There are 235 households in Barbaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur is 49.18%. Male literacy is 60.04% and female literacy is 38.71%.