Barbahal - 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
According to the 2011 Census, Barbahal village had a total population of 817 people, including 414 males and 403 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.62%, with male literacy at 74.93% and female literacy at 58.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 199, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 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 had a total population of 817, including 414 males and 403 females.
How many households are there in Barbahal?
Barbahal had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barbahal was 66.62%. Male literacy was 74.93% and female literacy was 58.29%.