Barbaspur - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Barbaspur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 502261. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.04 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 45 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 Anuppur 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 1,181 people, consisting of 588 males and 593 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 629 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 554 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,181 | 588 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 250 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 267 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 340 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 248 | 381 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Anuppur to Barbaspur is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, 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 484881.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur has a total population of 1,181, including 588 males and 593 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
There are 257 households in Barbaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur is 46.74%. Male literacy is 57.82% and female literacy is 35.75%.