Barbaspur - Bichhiya, Mandla
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Barbaspur Mal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 493206. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.2 hectares and falls under the 481771 pincode. Bamhani is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barbaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barbaspur
As per Census 2011, Barbaspur village has a total population of 921 people, consisting of 449 males and 472 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 615 literate and 306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 139 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 921 | 449 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 347 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 306 | 102 | 204 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barbaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Bamhani to Barbaspur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Barbaspur is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 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 Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur is Barbaspur Mal.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 481771.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur has a total population of 921, including 449 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
There are 238 households in Barbaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur is 66.78%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 56.78%.