Barbaspur - Chhapara, Seoni
Barbaspur is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Devgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbaspur is 496040. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.76 hectares and falls under the 480884 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barbaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Barbaspur village had a total population of 547 people, including 272 males and 275 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.92%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 47.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 385.
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 | 547 | 272 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 196 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 159 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 113 | 160 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Lakhnadon to Barbaspur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Barbaspur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barbaspur
Where is Barbaspur located?
Barbaspur village is located in Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbaspur is Devgaon.
What is the pincode of Barbaspur?
The pincode of Barbaspur is 480884.
What is the population of Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had a total population of 547, including 272 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Barbaspur?
Barbaspur had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbaspur was 58.92%. Male literacy was 71.30% and female literacy was 47.52%.