Barbaspur (Bichhiya) - Shahpura, Dindori
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Dindori. Katangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur (Bichhiya) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is 491668. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.26 hectares and falls under the 481990 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barbaspur (Bichhiya)
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur (Bichhiya) village had a total population of 498 people, including 252 males and 246 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.73%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 59.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 498 | 252 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 88 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 190 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 62 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Barbaspur (Bichhiya)
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) 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 (Bichhiya)
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is about 74 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 Barbaspur (Bichhiya)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbaspur (Bichhiya) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barbaspur (Bichhiya)
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 (Bichhiya) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barbaspur (Bichhiya)
Where is Barbaspur (Bichhiya) located?
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur (Bichhiya)?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is Katangi.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur (Bichhiya)?
The pincode of Barbaspur (Bichhiya) is 481990.
What is the population of Barbaspur (Bichhiya)?
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) had a total population of 498, including 252 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur (Bichhiya)?
Barbaspur (Bichhiya) had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur (Bichhiya)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur (Bichhiya) was 70.73%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 59.17%.