Barbeli Kalan - Berasia, Bhopal
Barbeli Kalan is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Badbeli Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbeli Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbeli Kalan is 482062. The village covers a total geographical area of 494.96 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Barbeli Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbeli Kalan
As per Census 2011, Barbeli Kalan village has a total population of 966 people, consisting of 499 males and 467 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbeli Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 966 | 499 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 425 | 266 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 233 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Barbeli Kalan
Barbeli Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dongargaon | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Dhamantori | North | 1.91 km |
| Bahrawal | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Nazirabad | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Khajuriya Kalan | East | 3.17 km |
| Kadaiya Kalan | East | 3.52 km |
| Bhakwaha | South | 3.57 km |
| Kherkhedi | North | 3.78 km |
| Neem Khedi | South | 3.86 km |
| Ghogalpur | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbeli Kalan
Barbeli Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Biyavra Rajgarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Barbeli Kalan is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Barbeli Kalan is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbeli Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbeli Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbeli Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbeli Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barbeli Kalan
Where is Barbeli Kalan located?
Barbeli Kalan village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbeli Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbeli Kalan is Badbeli Kalan.
What is the pincode of Barbeli Kalan?
The pincode of Barbeli Kalan is 462120.
What is the population of Barbeli Kalan?
Barbeli Kalan has a total population of 966, including 499 males and 467 females.
How many households are there in Barbeli Kalan?
There are 202 households in Barbeli Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barbeli Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbeli Kalan is 44.00%. Male literacy is 53.31% and female literacy is 34.05%.