Barbhai
Barbhai is a village located in Guhagar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Guhagar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Palshet is the gram panchayat of Barbhai village.
Barbhai has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barbhai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barbhai is 565408. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.3 hectares. Chiplun is nearest town to Barbhai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barbhai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barbhai
Population of Barbhai
Below is a concise population overview of Barbhai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 990 | 425 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 40 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 746 | 333 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 92 | 152 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barbhai village:
- The total population of Barbhai village is around 990, including approximately 425 males and 565 females, with a sex ratio of 1329 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Barbhai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barbhai village has 88 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barbhai village is about 75.35%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 73.10%.
- There are around 263 households in Barbhai village.
Connectivity of Barbhai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barbhai. As per the 2011 stats, Barbhai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barbhai
Knowing the nearby villages of Barbhai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barbhai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbhai
- Where is Barbhai located?
- Barbhai village is situated in Guhagar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barbhai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barbhai is Palshet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barbhai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barbhai is 990, with 425 males and 565 females.
- How many households are there in Barbhai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barbhai village has a total of 263 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barbhai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barbhai is 75.35%. The male literacy rate is 78.35%, while the female literacy rate is 73.10%.