Barbahal Village - Patnagarh, Balangir
Barbahal is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Dhatuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barbahal is 420678. The village covers a total geographical area of 311 hectares and falls under the 767027 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Barbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barbahal
As per Census 2011, Barbahal village has a total population of 817 people, consisting of 414 males and 403 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 483 literate and 334 illiterate residents. Additionally, 199 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barbahal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 414 | 403 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 100 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 272 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 142 | 192 |
Nearby Villages of Barbahal
Barbahal 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 Barbahal
Barbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Barbahal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Barbahal is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barbahal 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barbahal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barbahal
Where is Barbahal located?
Barbahal village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Barbahal is Dhatuk.
What is the pincode of Barbahal?
The pincode of Barbahal is 767027.
What is the population of Barbahal?
Barbahal has a total population of 817, including 414 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Barbahal?
There are 231 households in Barbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Barbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbahal is 59.12%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 52.36%.