Barbatu - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Barbatu is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Kituwa (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbatu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbatu is 460481. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.54 hectares and falls under the 470119 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barbatu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbatu
According to the 2011 Census, Barbatu village had a total population of 423 people, including 225 males and 198 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.61%, with male literacy at 90.21% and female literacy at 69.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 423 | 225 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 39 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 291 | 175 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 50 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Barbatu
Barbatu 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 Barbatu
Barbatu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rahatgarh to Barbatu is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Barbatu is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbatu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbatu 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 Barbatu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbatu 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 Barbatu
Where is Barbatu located?
Barbatu village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbatu?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbatu is Kituwa (p).
What is the pincode of Barbatu?
The pincode of Barbatu is 470119.
What is the population of Barbatu?
Barbatu had a total population of 423, including 225 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Barbatu?
Barbatu had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbatu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbatu was 80.61%. Male literacy was 90.21% and female literacy was 69.46%.