Barbai - Nowgong, Chhatarpur
Barbai is a village situated in the Nowgong tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nowgong and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Lahedara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbai is 457683. The village covers a total geographical area of 177.85 hectares and falls under the 471111 pincode. Nowgong is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barbai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barbai
According to the 2011 Census, Barbai village had a total population of 151 people, including 77 males and 74 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.75%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 72.88%.
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 | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Barbai
Barbai 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 Barbai
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Barbai. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Barbai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nowgong to Barbai is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Barbai is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbai 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 Barbai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbai 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 Barbai
Where is Barbai located?
Barbai village is located in Nowgong Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbai?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbai is Lahedara.
What is the pincode of Barbai?
The pincode of Barbai is 471111.
What is the population of Barbai?
Barbai had a total population of 151, including 77 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Barbai?
Barbai had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbai was 81.75%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 72.88%.