Barbhai - Arni, Yavatmal
Barbhai is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Barbhai village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbhai is 543271. The village covers a total geographical area of 488 hectares and falls under the 445105 pincode. Ghatanji is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barbhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbhai
According to the 2011 Census, Barbhai village had a total population of 1,030 people, including 521 males and 509 females, living in 247 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.79%, with male literacy at 91.14% and female literacy at 68.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 1,030 | 521 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 92 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 391 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 130 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Barbhai
Barbhai is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawali | North | 2.18 km |
| Warud | South | 3.21 km |
| Zaparwadi | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Guda | South | 3.80 km |
| Malegaon | West | 3.83 km |
| Umri (i.) | East | 4.08 km |
| Subhashnagar | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Datodi | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Krushnanagar | North | 4.91 km |
| Mogra | North | 5.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barbhai
Public transport in the Barbhai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambari, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghatanji to Barbhai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Barbhai 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 Barbhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbhai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barbhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbhai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barbhai
Where is Barbhai located?
Barbhai village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barbhai?
Barbhai is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barbhai?
The pincode of Barbhai is 445105.
What is the population of Barbhai?
Barbhai had a total population of 1,030, including 521 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Barbhai?
Barbhai had 247 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbhai was 79.79%. Male literacy was 91.14% and female literacy was 68.52%.